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Monticello Park

Description

Among local birders, this 15-acre park is renowned for its great diversity of migrating warblers; nearly all eastern species have occurred here. The park’s creek is a focus for migrant activity, which is significant throughout the day. A steep canyon and creek and the prominent features of the site.

Wildlife Sightings

Birds Recently Seen at Monticello Park:

  • Mourning Dove
  • Red-shouldered Hawk
  • Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
  • Red-bellied Woodpecker
  • Northern Flicker
  • Blue Jay
  • American Crow
  • Fish Crow
  • Tufted Titmouse
  • Golden-crowned Kinglet

162 species have been reported at this site to date.

Recent Checklists:

Date# of SpeciesSubmitted By
21 Mar 202620Jean Pierre Bacle
21 Mar 20269tom albright
20 Mar 20266tom albright
19 Mar 20264tom albright
18 Mar 20263tom albright

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Amenities & Accessibility Considerations

Site Amenities

  • No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement

Other Site Amenities: Hiking Trails

Maps & Directions

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From Previous Site on the Great Falls Loop of VBWT:

From Chinquapin Park, turn right onto King Street and travel 1.6 miles to Russell Road. Turn left onto Russel Road and continue 2.0 miles to Beverly Drive. Turn left onto Beverly Drive; travel for 200 yards to the park entrance on the left.

Site Information

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Contact Information:

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  • Sites, or portions of sites, can be closed periodically for management activities. Please always check the site’s website for additional information prior to visiting.

About the VBWT

The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of over 600 greenspaces and blueways throughout the Commonwealth selected for their wildlife viewing potential. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon see why Virginia is a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.

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