Stephens State Forest--Thousand Acres Unit (Monroe Co.)

Stephens State Forest--Thousand Acres Unit (Monroe Co.)

Weller, Iowa 50150

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Tips for Birding

This section of the state forest has some exceptional birding but is somewhat hard to access due to the lack of rock roads. Use caution in wet weather.

About Stephens Forest Bird Conservation Area

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Ruffed-grouse population established; Chuck-will's-widow, Kentucky Warbler, and Veery nesting. In addition, Cooper's Hawk, American Woodcock, Barred Owl, White-eyed Vireo, Blue-winged Warbler, Ovenbird, and Field Sparrow nest here.

Features

  • Roadside viewing

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Stephens Forest BCA

Last updated July 24, 2023