Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
CoastalLakeWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake 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

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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

Red-winged Blackbird

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/2/2026508 45th Ave, Menominee US-MI 45.14139, -87.605551 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

3/1/2026508 45th Ave, Menominee US-MI 45.14139, -87.605551 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/28/2026Crossroads at Big Creek--The Cove Preserve1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/26/2026Southern Door County1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/24/2026Crossroads at Big Creek--The Cove Preserve7 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

2/21/2026Bay Shore Blufflands Preserve2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

2/21/2026Crossroads at Big Creek--The Cove Preserve1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/2026Crossroads at Big Creek--The Cove Preserve1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

2/21/2026Crossroads at Big Creek--The Cove Preserve2 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  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 Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road for birding?
The best months to visit Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Notable species at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Birding at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road?
Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area - Peshtigo Point/Pond Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.