Birding Hotspots
Any birder will tell you that there’s fun to be had spotting birds outside your yard. Whether you’re traveling to a nearby park or a faraway destination – we’re sharing our favorite birding hot spots and birding locations.
The Best Botanical Gardens for Bird-Watching
Love to look at birds and plants? Grab your binoculars and head to these bird-friendly botanical gardens around the country.
Prairie Birds: The Stunning Species of the Grasslands
Discover why prairie birds are the hidden gems of the grasslands, as well as some of the best birding locations...
Discover the Desert Birds of the Southwest
You'll be amazed by the ways these desert birds survive and thrive in dry country. Learn about the unique bird...
Great Lakes Birding Hotspots in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana
Want to see birds in Michigan, Ohio or Indiana? Make a trip to any of these birding hotspots along the...
Discover the Amazing Lower Rio Grande Valley Birds
These four hotspots for lower Rio Grande Valley birds offer birdwatchers plenty of chances to see rare and unique species.
Beach Birds: Coastal Fliers and Beach Birding Locations
Put your toes in the sand at these beach birding locations and grab some binoculars—you’ll want to check out these...
6 Bird Migration Patterns That Have Changed
From rufous hummingbirds to Canada geese, discover some of the ways bird migration patterns are shifting for certain bird species.
Birding Hotspots for Spring Sandhill Crane Migration
Birds gather by the thousands during sandhill crane migration. Here are some of the best hotspots where you can find...
Go Birding and Connect With Nature on Little St. Simons Island
From combing the beach for shells to birding, learn all the ways you can enjoy the natural sights on Georgia's...
The Top Warbler Hotspots to Visit in Spring
One of the best parts of spring for birders is observing colorful migrating warblers. Plan a trip to the best...
Go Birdwatching in Different Bird Habitats
Understanding specific habitats can help you identify the birds that live there. Spot more species by exploring more types of...
Top Birding Trips to Escape the Winter Months
Many birders that live in the northern states look for any excuse to escape the cold. Head to these hotspots...
Birding Hotspots for Incredible Winter Birds
These birding hotspots might be cold but you'll forget all about it when you see these incredible birds.
Meet the Boreal Birds of the Northwoods
An astonishing number of species spend their days in the harsh habitat of the Northwoods. Learn to identify these boreal...
See the Best Birding Sites From Your Car
Don’t try birding while driving—but you can always experience one of these popular birding sites from the comfort of the...
4 Essential Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park
Explore nature and discover four things to do at Joshua Tree National Park. Get the most out of your visit...
Explore Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
This birding hotspot in Florida is well-known for wading birds. Discover three ways to experience Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
The Ultimate Bucket List for Hummingbird Lovers
These 10 activities, some silly and some seriously cool, are ideas that every hummingbird enthusiast should experience.
Take an Amazing Road Trip Through Maine in Fall
A couple's bucket list road trip reveals the best of Maine in fall. Don't miss lighthouses, a covered bridge, puffins...
Top 3 Sites for Nature and Birding in Washington D.C.
Don't miss these ways to explore nature and see birds and other wildlife in our nation's capital.
7 Awesome Facts About National Parks
Celebrate over 100 years of America's National Park Service with these fascinating facts about our country's natural and historic wonders.
4 Reasons Nature Lovers Should Visit Point Pelee National Park
Discover the outdoor activities waiting for visitors at Point Pelee National Park in Ontario, Canada. See monarch butterflies, migrating birds...
4 Ways to Explore Wisconsin’s Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Discover all the amazing sights and birds the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore has to offer, and learn how to explore...
Hawk Watching Tips and Facts About Raptor Migration
Learn how to spot and identify hawks during fall raptor migration.
Coast to Coast Birding Hotspots for Every Season
You can go birding anytime, anywhere, including your own backyard. But if you’re up for traveling, get out there and...
Top 5 Birding Hotspots for Fall Migration
Visit these fall birding migration hotspots to view a vast number of bird species as they fly south before winter.
4 Reasons You Should Escape to Voyageurs National Park
Explore the waterways and hiking trails in this peaceful, picturesque Minnesota National Park to see wildlife, birds and historic sites.
Explore the Great Smoky Mountains to See Birds and Wildlife
Discover the activities you should do and the places to visit at the Great Smoky Mountains to see the most...
Endangered California Condors Spotted at Sequoia National Park
The endangered raptors, once extinct in the wild, were seen at the California national park for the first time in...
12 Birds You Can Only See in One Place on Earth
Talk about a rare bird! You'll only be able to see these stunning birds in very specific locations around the...