Lincoln State Park
Lincoln City, IN
This state park is one of the best places in Indiana to find Mississippi Kites.
Specialty Species:
Mississippi Kite: Scan the skies throughout the park to find Mississippi Kites during the breeding season.
Warblers: This site hosts many warblers during migration and has some special nesting warblers. Hooded, Kentucky, and Worm-eating Warblers all nest within the park.
Where to Bird:
- All Parking Areas
- Lake Lincoln
- Trail #6
All Parking Areas: Mississippi Kites can be seen flying over any area of the park. Be sure to always watch the sky.
Lake Lincoln: Walk up on the dike and scan the area for Mississippi Kites.
Trail #6: Hike this trail for the best opportunity to see warblers, including the nesting species.
Hours:
7am – 11pm
Fees:
$4 Monday-Thursday, $5 Friday-Sunday for Indiana plates
$7 Daily for non-Indiana plates
Accessiblity:
Most areas are not accessible but you can find the kites from many of the parking areas.
Trails:
14.3 miles of trails
Non-birding Equipment Needed:
- None
Lenght of Visit:
1-2 Hours
Map:
Website:
Directions:
From the North: From the intersection of I-64 and SR-231, take SR-231 South. After 6.5 miles, turn left (east) onto SR-162. Go 1.85 miles and turn right (south) into Lincoln State Park.
From the South: From the intersection of US-60 and US-231 in Kentucky, take US-231 North. After crossing into Indiana, go 15.25 miles and turn right (east) onto SR-162. Go 1.85 miles and turn right (south) into Lincoln State Park.
Address:
Mailing Address Only:
Highway 162
Box 216
Lincoln City, IN 47552
812-937-4710
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