Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point

Delaware · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

5/29/2026512 Federal Street, Milton, Delaware, US (38.772, -75.315)1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/29/2026Cape Island--Cape May Point SP (CMPSP)1 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/29/2026Stevens Street, West Cape May1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

5/29/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Gordon's Pond1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/29/2026Cape Island--Stevens St. Hawkwatching site1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

5/29/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

5/28/2026Cape Island--Higbee Beach WMA--Morning Flight platform2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

55/26/2026

Least Tern

15/26/2026

Osprey

15/26/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/26/2026

Fish Crow

15/26/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/26/2026

American Goldfinch

15/26/2026

Field Sparrow

25/26/2026

Northern Parula

25/26/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

25/26/2026

Prairie Warbler

25/26/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/26/2026

Blue Grosbeak

25/26/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

55/25/2026

Sanderling

505/25/2026

Dunlin

45/25/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

705/25/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

15/25/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

15/25/2026

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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Delaware Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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.