WARBLERPALOOZA - Rock Creek Park Maintenance Yard

Join DC Bird Alliance for Warblerpalooza at Rock Creek Park, where spring migration is in full swing.

This area of Rock Creek Park offers rich woodland habitat that attracts a wide variety of warblers and other migratory birds. During peak season, the trees come alive with movement and song, making it one of the best places in DC to experience migration up close.

We’ll move at a relaxed, beginner-friendly pace, pausing often to listen, look, and share tips for spotting and identifying warblers by sight and sound. Whether you’re new to birding or returning for another migration season, this walk is a chance to tune in and experience the magic of spring.

🐢 Pace: Slow, with frequent stops
📏 Distance: Approximately 1–1.5 miles
🪨 Terrain: Mix of paved paths and unpaved dirt trails; can be uneven or muddy after rain
⛰ Elevation: Some hills and gradual inclines
🪑 Rest Areas: Limited seating along the route
♿ Wheelchair Access: Not accessible, due to uneven terrain and elevation
🚻 Restrooms: Not available on-site

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water
• Binoculars (we have a limited number to share)

Photo: Chesnut-sided Warbler, Charles 'Chuck' James

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