Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant

Virginia · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, 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

Mallard Rock Pigeon Mourning Dove Killdeer Ring-billed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red Crossbill (Appalachian or type 1)

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026Wildlife Road, New Castle, Virginia, US (37.405, -80.138)1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/28/2026Botetourt Center at Greenfield1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

2/27/2026V.A. Care Center Walking Trails1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

2/22/2026203 Maggie Ln, Hardy US-VA 37.16995, -79.720704 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/21/2026Virginia Ridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

123/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

283/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

63/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

European Starling

43/5/2026

American Robin

43/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/5/2026

Song Sparrow

43/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

53/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Canada Goose

23/3/2026

Northern Shoveler

33/3/2026

Black Vulture

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/28/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

12/28/2026

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

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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 Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant for birding?▼

The best months to visit Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?▼

Notable species at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?▼

Birding at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant?▼

Roanoke Sewage Treatment Plant offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.