Bath County Birding Guide

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BIRDING GUIDE

C OM MO N B IR D S Blackburnian Warbler Black-throated Blue Warbler Black-throated Green Warbler Blue Jay Blue-headed Vireo Brown Creeper Cerulean Warbler Chestnut-sided Warbler Common Merganser Golden-crowned Kinglet Hooded Warbler Least Flycatcher Magnolia Warbler Northern Cardinal Rose-breasted Grosbeak Veery Willow Flycatcher Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

BI RDI NG I N BATH Birding enthusiasts will find that Bath County, Virginia, offers a peaceful retreat to discover a variety of birds throughout the year. Between the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, Warm Springs Mountain Preserve, and Douthat State Park, 89% of the county is protected land. These diverse ecosystems create the perfect habitats for migratory and resident birds. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a casual observer, Bath County's vast network of trails provides countless opportunities to spot different species, from the Scarlet Tanager to the Red-shouldered Hawk and more.

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Juvenile Golden Eagle

Rough-legged Hawk

RA R E B IR D C H E C KLIS T 1. American Kestrel 2. Bald Eagle 3. Baltimore Oriole 4. Belted Kingfisher 5. Eastern Bluebird 6. Golden Eagle 7. Great Blue Heron 8. Hooded Warbler 9. Indigo Bunting 10. Killdeer 11. Mallard 12. Northern Mockingbird 13. Osprey 14. Red-Tailed Hawk 15. Rough-legged Hawk 16. Roughed Grouse 17. Scarlet Tanager 18. Tufted Titmouse

P op u l a r B ath County Tra ils Ingalls Overlook Trail - Trail Length: 2.4 miles round trip; difficulty - easy Cascades Gorge Hike - Trail length: 1.9 miles round

trip; difficulty - easy

Blue Suck Falls - Trail length: 9.4 miles round trip;

difficulty - hard

Fallings Springs Falls - Trail length: 0 miles; difficulty

- easy

Hidden Valley Nature Trail - Trail length: 5.1 miles

round trip, difficulty - medium

Lake Moomaw Gathright Dam Visitor Center - 10

miles of various trails, difficulty varies

Bolar Loop Trail - Trail length: 2.6 miles round trip,

difficulty - hard

BAT H C OU NT Y VIRG INI A Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of Western Virginia, Bath County offers rich history, picturesque villages, and breathtaking views. Notable highlights include The Omni Homestead Resort, the oldest resort in America, Troddenvale at Oakley Farm, and the historic Warm Springs Pools, America's first spa.

Everything is deeper in Bath - whether it be the mineral rich pools, sustainable farm to table dining, or 200 years of history. Visitors and locals alike soak it up and unwind.

Wondering just how rural Bath County is? It's the only county in Virginia without a traffic light!

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