Whitehouse Road loop

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Whitehouse Road loop is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, and Mourning Dove among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/5/2026Saluda Riverwalk1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/5/2026CSC Loon Expedition - Starting Point1 observed

Red-cockaded Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus borealis

3/4/2026Restricted access, Columbia, South Carolina, US (34.002, -80.854)3 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/3/20264522 Marion Avenue, Columbia, South Carolina, US (34.008, -80.941)1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

3/3/2026Riverbanks Zoo and Garden2 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

3/2/2026Lyme Bay, Columbia SC1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

3/2/2026221 Mooring Lane1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

2/26/202640 Brooksby Ct, Columbia US-SC 33.96100, -80.944641 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/25/2026Whitehouse Road loop1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

133/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/4/2026

Anhinga

23/4/2026

Great Egret

133/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

33/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

43/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

63/4/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

53/4/2026

European Starling

43/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Whitehouse Road loop for birding?
The best months to visit Whitehouse Road loop for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Whitehouse Road loop?
Notable species at Whitehouse Road loop include Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Whitehouse Road loop?
Birding at Whitehouse Road loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Whitehouse Road loop?
Whitehouse Road loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.