Dayton Audubon Society

SITE INDEX
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Links to Detailed Site Information

Detailed Site Information includes site location and directions for finding the site from downtown Dayton, site description and habitat, bird species that might be found, and facilities and other information of interest to birders.

Spring Valley Wildlife Area

Considered by many experienced birders to be the best birding spot in southwest Ohio due to a wide variety of habitats, including a lake, a marsh,and a river. Located about 21.5 miles southeast of downtown Dayton, south of the town of Spring Valley.

Germantown MetroPark

Excellent for spring warbler migration. The largest MetroPark with both mature riparian and upland woodlands combined with open fields and meadows. Located 20 miles southwest of downtown Dayton (west of Germantown).

Englewood MetroPark

One of the best birding sites in the area. Approximately 90% of all species seen in the Dayton area have been observed at this site. Located 15.6 miles northwest of downtown Dayton, between Englewood and Vandalia.

Sugarcreek MetroPark

Diverse woodland, riparian, and prairie habitats with a wide variety of birds and flowers, situated in a growing suburban area. Located about 12.7 miles southeast of downtown Dayton, south of Bellbrook.

Caesar Creek State Park and Caesar Creek Gorge State Nature Preserve

A 10,000-acre park with a lake of almost 3000 acres. Good for waterfowl and other migrant waterbirds. Located about 23 miles southeast of downtown Dayton, east of Waynesville.

Clarence J. Brown Reservoir/Buck Creek State Park

A 2000+ acre lake providing excellent habitat for migrant waterbirds. Located about 37 miles northeast of downtown Dayton, northeast of Springfield.

Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm

Regional nature center and working farm owned by the National Audubon Society. Contains a tall grass prairie of native grasses and extensive woodland areas. Located about 15.6 miles northwest of downtown Dayton, east of Englewood. For more information, see Aullwood Audubon Center & Farm Home Page

Huffman MetroPark

Nearly 300 acres along the Mad River, with a lake, woodlands, and prairie remnants. Located 7.7 miles northeast of downtown Dayton, west of Fairborn.

Possum Creek MetroPark

Over 500 acres of tall grass prairie, fields,and woods. Located 5.4 miles southwest of downtown Dayton

Eastwood MetroPark

Developed around Eastwood Lake, this park offers a good chance to observe migrant waterfowl, gulls, terns, and swallows, as well as a chance of finding something rare. Located 6.2 miles northeast of downtown Dayton.

Carriage Hill MetroPark

A large park (about 1,000 acres) with extensive meadow, field, and woodland habitat, along with a working historical farm. Located 13.9 miles northeast of downtown Dayton.

Taylorsville MetroPark

A flood-control dam along the Great Miami River helped to preserve this spectacular and historical area. Birds to be found include both riparian and woodland species. Located 12.1 miles north of downtown Dayton.

Grand Lake St. Mary's Fish Hatchery

Can be excellent for both waterbirds and shorebirds during migration, depending on water levels in the fish ponds. Located 65 miles north-northwest of downtown Dayton at St. Mary's.

Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area Map

Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area is located in north central Ohio, about 92 miles north-northeast of downtown Dayton, and about 14 miles northeast of Kenton.

The Oxbow

The Oxbow is a portion of the floodplain near the confluence of the Great Miami River and the Ohio River. It is due west of downtown Cincinnati, just across the state line into Indiana. It is located about 66 miles south-southwest of downtown Dayton.

For more information about the MetroParks listed above, as well as the other fine MetroParks serving the Greater Dayton Area, see Five Rivers MetroParks

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Additional information can also be found in the book "Birds of Dayton", by the Ornithology Committee of Dayton Audubon Society, 1984, Landfall Press.