8 Must-Visit Birdwatching Spots Across America

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1. Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mex

Nestled between the Chupadera and San Pascual mountains along the Rio Grande River, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is renowned for its wintering populations of sandhill cranes, snow geese, and Ross's geese.

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2. Cape May, New Jersey

Cape May, often highlighted by National Geographic, sits along the Atlantic Flyway, making it a prime birdwatching location. The peninsula's diverse habitats and favorable winds attract up to 400 bird species during fall migration.

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3. Cave Creek Canyon, Arizona

Located on the eastern side of the Chiricahua Mountains, Cave Creek Canyon is a hotspot for birdwatchers seeking the elusive elegant trogon. This vibrant bird, with its metallic-green and scarlet plumage, is a sought-after sight in southeastern Arizona.

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4. Central Park, New York

Central Park, an 843-acre oasis in the heart of Manhattan, serves as a critical stop for migratory birds along the Atlantic Flyway. During spring and fall, birdwatchers can encounter up to 30 warbler species in a single day.

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5. Everglades National Park, Florida

The largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S., Everglades National Park covers 1.5 million acres and is a birdwatching paradise, particularly during the dry season from December to April. The park is home to wading birds such as the roseate spoonbill

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6. Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Ohio

Magee Marsh Wildlife Area is a top destination for observing migrating warblers, with around 36 species passing through in mid-May. The 2,200 acres of wetlands along western Lake Erie also attract numerous waterfowl in the fall.

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7. Platte River Valley, Nebraska

The Platte River Valley is renowned for its remarkable sandhill crane migration. Each spring, up to one million cranes gather in central Nebraska, making it one of the world's greatest birding spectacles. The cranes spend their days in farm fields

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8. Point Reyes National Seashore, California

Point Reyes National Seashore, with its diverse habitats and coastal location, boasts nearly 490 bird species, making it one of the most avian-rich national parks. The park’s position on the Pacific Flyway ensures productive birding in fall and spring

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