Wind Point (Lighthouse and Shoop Park)

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wind Point (Lighthouse and Shoop Park) is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

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

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

2/25/2026Grant Park Bird Feeders1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/21/202676th and Oakwood2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

2/21/202676th and Oakwood1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006001 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/21/20266835–7517 W Oakwood Rd, Franklin US-WI 42.85785, -88.006002 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/21/2026Amazon Warehouse1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/21/2026Grant Park--bird feeder1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/1/2026

Mallard

103/1/2026

Bufflehead

53/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

153/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

American Crow

33/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

53/1/2026

House Sparrow

63/1/2026

House Finch

43/1/2026

American Tree Sparrow

63/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

83/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/1/2026

American Herring Gull

252/25/2026

Long-tailed Duck

12/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

82/21/2026

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