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Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road

Tennessee · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Belted KingfisherYellow WarblerSong SparrowGreat Blue HeronCedar Waxwing

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/27/2026Madie Thompson Rd, Tiptonville US-TN (36.2799,-89.4343)1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road for birding?▼
The best months to visit Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road?▼
Notable species at Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road include Belted Kingfisher, Yellow Warbler, Song Sparrow, Great Blue Heron, Cedar Waxwing. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road?▼
Birding at Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road?▼
Great River Road - TN-103/Hurd Loop Road to Big Levee Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.