Forest birding habitat

Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 287 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, and Black 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

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/17/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

7/17/2026Cape Henlopen SP--The Point1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

7/17/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)2 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/16/2026Stevens Street-yard1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

7/16/2026Cape Island--Cape May Point SP (CMPSP)1 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/14/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Gordon's Pond Trail North1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

47/17/2026

Semipalmated Plover

57/17/2026

Piping Plover

37/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

17/17/2026

Sanderling

507/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

27/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Laughing Gull

507/17/2026

American Herring Gull

27/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

17/17/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

17/17/2026

Least Tern

57/17/2026

Forster's Tern

17/17/2026

Common Tern

27/17/2026

Roseate Tern

17/17/2026

Royal Tern

967/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/17/2026

Brown Pelican

57/17/2026

Osprey

37/17/2026

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 Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point?
Notable species at Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point include Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point?
Birding at Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point?
Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.