Samuel Myers Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Samuel Myers Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This urban park 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

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

3/4/2026Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/4/2026Illinois Beach SP--North Unit/Camp Logan1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/1/2026Kenosha Harbor Mouth1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

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

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/25/2026North Point Marina/State Line Beach, Winthrop Harbor8 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/25/2026Grant Park Bird Feeders1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/22/2026Chiwaukee Prairie SNA (Kenosha Co.)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

252/21/2026

Mallard

102/21/2026

American Black Duck

12/21/2026

Bufflehead

22/21/2026

Common Goldeneye

62/21/2026

Common Merganser

42/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

52/21/2026

Mourning Dove

22/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

212/21/2026

American Herring Gull

162/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/21/2026

American Crow

32/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

32/21/2026

House Sparrow

122/21/2026

House Finch

62/21/2026

European Goldfinch

12/21/2026

American Goldfinch

42/21/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

32/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

22/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/21/2026

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