Cliffside Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cliffside Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and American Herring Gull among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

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

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/1/2026Breakwall at McKinley and Veterans Park1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/1/2026Roman’s Home 3055 Ruby Ave,Racine,WI1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/25/2026Grant Park Bird Feeders1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/202676th and Oakwood2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/202676th and Oakwood1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006002 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/21/2026Amazon Warehouse1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/21/2026Grant Park--bird feeder1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cliffside Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cliffside Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cliffside Park?
Notable species at Cliffside Park include Mallard, American Black Duck, American Herring Gull, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cliffside Park?
Birding at Cliffside Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cliffside Park?
Cliffside Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.