Manitowoc Lakefront
Wisconsin · Midwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily
About This Location
Manitowoc Lakefront is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 298 species recorded on eBird. This grassland and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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
Harlequin Duck
Histrionicus histrionicus
White-winged Crossbill
Loxia leucoptera
Tundra Swan
Cygnus columbianus
Chipping Sparrow
Spizella passerina
Ruddy Duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Green-winged Teal
Anas crecca
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Mallard
American Black Duck
Redhead
Greater Scaup
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Common Goldeneye
Hooded Merganser
Common Merganser
Red-breasted Merganser
Mourning Dove
Sandhill Crane
American Herring Gull
Glaucous Gull
Iceland Gull
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Peregrine Falcon
American Crow
Birding Tips
- 1
Scan fence posts and utility wires for perching raptors and kingbirds.
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Walk field edges at dawn when sparrows and grassland species are most vocal.
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Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.
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Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
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Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Manitowoc Harbor
- Wisconsin Maritime Museum
- Silver Creek Park