The Mississippi River Flyway corridor is a popular spot for both fall and spring migration bird watching. As the Fall season is upon us, birds of all kinds will make their way to other climates and parts of the country. Explore MN tourism listed the Mississippi River Valley as one of 6 hotspots to view migratory activity in Minnesota. “Roughly 325 species of birds and about 40 percent of waterfowl use this “super highway” during migration.”
The backwaters of the Mississippi River, specifically around the Weaver Bottoms, are where tundra swans take a break and feed on tubers before heading to the coasts. Both the Great River Bluffs State Park and Frontenac State Park are located along the Mississippi River and have scenic hiking routes that offer great bird watching opportunities.
Photo credit: Explore MN Tourism, Paul Vincent