Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This wetland 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

3/5/2026508 Oak Plains Rd, Clarksville US-TN (36.4551,-87.1569)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/3/2026Vantage Pointe Apartments1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

3/1/2026Liberty Park and Marina1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/1/2026Liberty Park and Marina2 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

2/28/2026Lawson-Poindexter Rd Farm Pond (restricted access; roadside viewing)1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/28/2026Lawson-Poindexter Rd Farm Pond (restricted access; roadside viewing)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/28/2026Lawson-Poindexter Rd Farm Pond (restricted access; roadside viewing)1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/28/2026Lawson-Poindexter Rd Farm Pond (restricted access; roadside viewing)1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/23/2026Chapmansboro Rd Centennial Trail Sycamore Creek3 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area?
Shelton Ferry Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.