Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10

West Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 is a productive birding destination in West Virginia, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and American Wigeon 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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Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

202/28/2026

Wood Duck

12/28/2026

American Wigeon

22/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

172/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

American Kestrel

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

American Crow

22/28/2026

Common Raven

12/28/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

12/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/28/2026

American Robin

22/28/2026

Song Sparrow

22/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/28/2026

Gadwall

22/25/2026

Mallard

22/25/2026

Northern Pintail

12/25/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 for birding?
The best months to visit Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10?
Notable species at Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10?
Birding at Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10?
Pleasant Creek Wildlife Management Area - Upper Pleasant Creek Road CR 10 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.