Woods Reservoir

Tennessee · Southeast

Habitat
ForestLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Woods Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Tennessee, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Northern Shoveler 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

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/5/2026Woods Reservoir--Clark Hill Boat Ramp1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

3/2/2026Woods Reservoir--Clark Hill Boat Ramp1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/1/2026Woods Reservoir--Clark Hill Boat Ramp2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

2/27/2026Elder Island1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

2/25/2026Prairie Plains Rd, Decherd US-TN (35.3116,-85.9816)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/24/2026Hickerson Rd. Sod Farm1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

2/23/2026Franklin County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

73/2/2026

Wood Duck

53/2/2026

Northern Shoveler

103/2/2026

Gadwall

403/2/2026

Mallard

63/2/2026

Northern Pintail

13/2/2026

Canvasback

23/2/2026

Ring-necked Duck

203/2/2026

Lesser Scaup

403/2/2026

Bufflehead

253/2/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/2/2026

Ruddy Duck

2503/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

83/2/2026

American Coot

2003/2/2026

Killdeer

63/2/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

503/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

353/2/2026

American Herring Gull

33/2/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

503/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Woods Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Woods Reservoir for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Woods Reservoir?
Notable species at Woods Reservoir include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports forest, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woods Reservoir?
Birding at Woods Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woods Reservoir?
Woods Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.