Bird Watching

Bird watching has become one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in America. Many of America's Byways® will take you through lush forests, swampy wetlands, tall prairie grass, and coastal shores that are home to some of the hundreds of species of birds that can be found in the United States. There are even many Byway locations that are considered among the top "hot spots" for birding in the US.

A Bald Eagle Along the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway

Bald Eagles and More on Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway
Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway - (California, Oregon)

The Klamath Basin, located in southern Oregon and northern California, boasts some of the most diverse and healthy bird populations in the nation.

[Read more]
More Stories
Pelican Flock at Cheyenne Bottoms (KS)

2-Day Trip: Winging Through The Wetlands
Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway - (Kansas)

Start your first day early with a great breakfast in a local café and a delightful hour of bird watching at Cheyenne Bottoms. Then the rural charms of communities along the byway will educate and entertain you. Enjoy a live bird show and then it's time for lunch in small-town... [more]

More Road Trips

Experience Bird Watching on America's Byways