All 41 public-land locations in the guide, with the access notes, fees and cautions exactly as recorded. 13 have approximate coordinates for planning only.
Peak-month filter — November
Peak month filter: November
Migration timing changes with weather, ice-out, water levels, and food conditions. Verify current access and recent observations before traveling.
5 places
Souris River Loop
October to November for the snow goose spectacle; spring for waterfowl and grebes; April for grouse leks
Top birds: Snow Goose, Tundra Swan, American Avocet
Free
Missouri River Corridor
December to March: the state's premier cold-weather waterfowl and eagle site, because the water below the dam stays open. Also spring and fall migration.
Top birds: Bald Eagle, Canada Goose
Free day use
Souris River Loop
April to May for spring migration and grouse lekking; September to November for snow geese and waterfowl buildup
Top birds: Snow Goose, Northern Harrier
Free
Southwest North Dakota
Late October to early November for peak fall duck concentrations; April to May for spring migration and cranes
Top birds: Sandhill Crane, American White Pelican, Canada Goose
Free
Missouri River Corridor
Spring and fall migration; winter eagle viewing
Top birds: Bald Eagle, American White Pelican
Free