Forest birding habitat

Griswold Point

Connecticut · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Griswold Point is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Gadwall, and Surf Scoter among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/21/2026Yard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/21/202637 Barton Ln, Ledyard US-CT 41.40156, -72.019541 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/20/2026Nehantic SF (Lyme Block)1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

4/20/2026Hammonasset Beach SP--Meig's Point1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

4/19/2026Summer Hill Road1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/19/2026Lake House1 observed

American Herring x Glaucous Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x hyperboreus

4/18/2026Griswold Point1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/18/202650 Bayview Rd, Niantic US-CT (41.3053,-72.2355)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/18/2026Machimoodus State Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

1504/19/2026

Gadwall

54/19/2026

American Black Duck

24/19/2026

American Oystercatcher

24/19/2026

Black-bellied Plover

24/19/2026

Killdeer

14/19/2026

Piping Plover

24/19/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

84/19/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

34/19/2026

Dunlin

24/19/2026

Purple Sandpiper

14/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

64/19/2026

American Herring Gull

204/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

24/19/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

14/19/2026

Common Loon

24/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/19/2026

Great Egret

14/19/2026

Osprey

34/19/2026

Tree Swallow

44/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Griswold Point for birding?
The best months to visit Griswold Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Griswold Point?
Notable species at Griswold Point include Brant, Gadwall, Surf Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Griswold Point?
Birding at Griswold Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Griswold Point?
Griswold Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.