Pickwick Dam

Tennessee · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pickwick Dam is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 224 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

Canada Goose Rock Pigeon Mourning Dove American Coot Killdeer

Live Bird Data

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

42/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

82/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

American Coot

22/28/2026

Killdeer

52/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

402/28/2026

American Herring Gull

152/28/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1002/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

62/28/2026

Black Vulture

152/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

22/28/2026

Bald Eagle

22/28/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

American Kestrel

12/28/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/28/2026

American Crow

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pickwick Dam for birding?▼

The best months to visit Pickwick Dam for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Pickwick Dam?▼

Notable species at Pickwick Dam include Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Killdeer. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Pickwick Dam?▼

Birding at Pickwick Dam is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Pickwick Dam?▼

Pickwick Dam offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.