Sertoma Riverside Park Hummingbird Guide
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Overview
Sertoma Park is one of Bismarck's most-used public parks, stretching three miles along the Missouri River with over four miles of paved riverside trails. Within the park is the Dakota Zoo, home to 125 animal species. The park and zoo grounds feature flower beds, ornamental plantings, and access to Missouri River riparian habitat with native wildflowers in the floodplain areas. The combination of formal plantings and adjacent native riparian corridor makes Sertoma a viable summer hummingbird location — the Missouri River corridor is a key migration route for Ruby-throated Hummingbirds.
Hummingbirds to Watch For
- • Ruby-throated
Most Common Hummingbird
The most commonly sighted hummingbird at Sertoma Riverside Park is the Ruby-throated.
Best Time to Visit
Plan your visit during July, August for the highest chance of hummingbird sightings. Early morning and late afternoon are typically the most active feeding times.
Plants and Habitat
- • Wild bergamot (*Monarda fistulosa*) — naturalized areas along the Missouri River corridor
- • Wild columbine (*Aquilegia canadensis*) — riparian and shaded areas
- • Trumpet vine (*Campsis radicans*) — ornamental plantings in the park
- • Annual salvias and bedding plants — formal flower beds near park shelters
- • Scarlet gaura (*Oenothera suffrutescens*) — prairie/meadow zones
- • Cardinal flower (*Lobelia cardinalis*) — moist riparian areas near the river
NectarBloom Tip
The Bill Mills Nature Trail (0.82-mile unpaved interpretive trail) in the north end of the park passes through riparian habitat with the most diverse native plant communities — this is the best section to explore for hummingbirds. Early morning visits to the Missouri River bank are most productive.
Visitor Notes
Park is free; Dakota Zoo has separate admission. Open year-round. ADA accessible on paved river trail.
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