High Cliff State Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
GrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

High Cliff State Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

3/4/2026Fox River mouth (Oshkosh)1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/2/2026Killsnake SWA--Aebischer Rd.1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/1/2026Steiger Boat Launch1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/1/2026Bowen St Fishing Pier1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

2/28/2026Collins Marsh SWA2 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/25/2026Manitowoc River, Collins Rd.1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird

Agelaius phoeniceus

2/23/2026Collins Marsh SWA11 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/3/2026

American Herring Gull

33/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/3/2026

Blue Jay

13/3/2026

American Crow

63/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

103/3/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/3/2026

American Robin

23/3/2026

House Sparrow

53/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

33/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.

  2. 2

    Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.

  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 High Cliff State Park for birding?
The best months to visit High Cliff State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at High Cliff State Park?
Notable species at High Cliff State Park include Canada Goose, American Herring Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at High Cliff State Park?
Birding at High Cliff State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at High Cliff State Park?
High Cliff State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.