Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/6/2026Tenney Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Fish Camp Park, Lake Kegonsa3 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026McDaniel Park1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/5/2026Yahara Heights County Park/Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource Area—West Trailhead1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

12/24/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/24/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

American Crow

12/24/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/24/2026

American Goldfinch

12/24/2026

Mourning Dove

12/21/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

12/21/2026

Canada Goose

602/21/2026

Mallard

152/21/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

202/21/2026

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 Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park for birding?
The best months to visit Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park?
Notable species at Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park include Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park?
Birding at Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park?
Olin Park/Turville Point Conservation Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.