Forest birding habitat

Acadia National Park

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Acadia National Park is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

4/22/202617 Heritage Oaks, Blue Hill, ME 44.412, -68.5961 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

4/19/2026Salt Pond Preserve (FBC)4 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/18/2026Gray Catbird, Bay Road, Blue Hill, Maine, US (44.34, -68.561)1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/17/2026Acadia NP--Dorr Point and Compass Harbor1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Scoter

44/22/2026

Black Guillemot

14/22/2026

American Herring Gull

54/22/2026

Red-necked Grebe

14/22/2026

Red-throated Loon

14/22/2026

Common Loon

14/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/22/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/22/2026

Northern Flicker

14/22/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/22/2026

American Crow

24/22/2026

Common Raven

14/22/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

44/22/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

24/22/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/22/2026

Brown Creeper

34/22/2026

American Robin

14/22/2026

American Goldfinch

24/22/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/22/2026

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 Acadia National Park for birding?
The best months to visit Acadia National Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Acadia National Park?
Notable species at Acadia National Park include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Acadia National Park?
Birding at Acadia National Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Acadia National Park?
Acadia National Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.