Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Spotted Towhee

Pipilo maculatus

3/5/20264455 County Home Rd, Paris US-TN 36.32557, -88.230961 observed

Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Dryobates pubescens

3/3/2026Land Between the Lakes NRA--South Bison Range1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

3/3/2026Paris1 observed

Palm Warbler (Western)

Setophaga palmarum

2/27/2026Paris1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/20/2026Paris1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

303/3/2026

Wood Duck

33/3/2026

Gadwall

503/3/2026

Mallard

103/3/2026

American Black Duck

13/3/2026

Canvasback

23/3/2026

Redhead

203/3/2026

Greater Scaup

1023/3/2026

Lesser Scaup

123/3/2026

Bufflehead

203/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

403/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/3/2026

American Coot

203/3/2026

Killdeer

13/3/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

503/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

803/3/2026

American Herring Gull

113/3/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

23/3/2026

Horned Grebe

43/3/2026

Common Loon

13/3/2026

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 Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point for birding?
The best months to visit Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point?
Notable species at Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point?
Birding at Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point?
Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge - Big Sandy Unit - Pace Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.