Wood Duck Nature Preserve of Opelika

The 73-acre Wood Duck Nature Preserve of Opelika was created from a nutrient-rich intentional wetland owned by the city of Opelika, with an additional 7 acres of land including an old home-site. The park has become home to a significant population of birds, including a large population of wood ducks.

Entrances at the old home-site and at the roadway both provide access to ideal walking trails offering varied birding opportunities. The home-site trail follows a heavily wooded stream, terminating at one of the preserve’s two observation blinds, overlooking open water. Early Blue-winged Teal were seen on a recent October visit. The trail accessed from the roadway is particularly bird-dense, and should be included in any birding visit to the area. Look for a vast array of wetland birds throughout the year. The stream/marsh is a major bird oasis, especially during dry periods. All but two warbler species found in Alabama have been seen in the park during spring migration.

GPS: N32N 39.193’ W085N 25.919’: Siddique Nature Park
GPS: N32N 39.231’ W085N 25.849’: Opelika Wood Duck Heritage Preserve

Street Address: 3600 Waverly Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801.

Mailing Address: (Do not use the address below for directions!)
2203 Social Circle, Opelika, AL 36804