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Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park

Tennessee · Southeast

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, 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

Canada GooseCommon GoldeneyeMourning DoveRing-billed GullDouble-crested Cormorant

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
Restrooms
Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park for birding?▼
The best months to visit Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park?▼
Notable species at Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park include Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park?▼
Birding at Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park?▼
Mississippi River - Tiptonville Bar/Tiptonville Landing/Marijac River Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.