Ashland Waterfront - General

Wisconsin · Midwest

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

GrasslandWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ashland Waterfront - General is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Eastern Meadowlark Dickcissel Grasshopper Sparrow Northern Harrier Bobolink

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

House Finch

Haemorhous mexicanus

3/6/202611th Ave E, Ashland-yard1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/5/2026Prentice Park3 observed

Common Grackle

Quiscalus quiscula

3/2/2026Prentice Park2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

3/1/2026Long Bridge/Head of the bay, Ashland1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

2/26/2026Jackson Road2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

2/26/2026Prentice Park1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
2
Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

More in Wisconsin

Horicon Marsh

Largest US cattail marsh with massive fall goose concentrations and breeding marsh birds.

6th Avenue Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in Wisconsin with 227 recorded species.

Adam Birding Conservancy

Grassland birding hotspot in Wisconsin with 217 recorded species.

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ashland Waterfront - General for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ashland Waterfront - General for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Notable species at Ashland Waterfront - General include Eastern Meadowlark, Dickcissel, Grasshopper Sparrow, Northern Harrier, Bobolink. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Birding at Ashland Waterfront - General is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ashland Waterfront - General?▼

Ashland Waterfront - General offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.