Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point

Delaware · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

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

Surf Scoter White-winged Scoter Black Scoter Long-tailed Duck Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/6/2026Cape Island--The Beanery/Rea Farm (restricted access)16 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Cape Henlopen SP--The Point1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/6/2026Indian River Inlet2 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/4/2026Ocean Drive--Two Mile Landing17 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

3/3/2026Prime Hook NWR--Fowler Beach Rd./Fowler Beach1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

3/3/202614187–14199 Oyster Rocks Rd, Milton US-DE 38.78743, -75.213697 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Prome Hook Beach Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

33/6/2026

Surf Scoter

33/6/2026

Black Scoter

583/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

63/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

253/6/2026

Killdeer

33/6/2026

Piping Plover

13/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

13/6/2026

Horned Grebe

23/6/2026

Common Loon

23/6/2026

Northern Gannet

43/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/6/2026

Northern Harrier

13/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/6/2026

American Robin

253/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

243/6/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

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.