Forest birding habitat

Acadia National Park - Otter Point

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Acadia National Park - Otter Point is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Long-tailed Duck, Purple Sandpiper, and Common Loon 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

8/23/2026Darling's1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

8/22/2026Petit Manan NWR--Petit Manan Point2 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

8/21/2026Harriman Point Preserve (MCHT)1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

8/20/2026Marlboro Beach, Lamoine1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

8/16/2026Petit Manan NWR--Petit Manan Island2 observed

South Polar Skua

Stercorarius maccormicki

8/13/2026Northeast Harbor to Mount Desert Rock1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Herring Gull

38/22/2026

Laughing Gull

18/20/2026

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

158/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

58/20/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

18/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

18/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

18/18/2026

Black Guillemot

58/17/2026

Cedar Waxwing

28/17/2026

Common Eider

258/16/2026

Common Loon

28/16/2026

Common Raven

18/16/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

28/16/2026

Brown Creeper

18/16/2026

Song Sparrow

28/16/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

58/16/2026

Black-throated Green Warbler

28/16/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

268/16/2026

American Goldfinch

38/16/2026

Wild Turkey

18/14/2026

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 - Otter Point for birding?
The best months to visit Acadia National Park - Otter Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Acadia National Park - Otter Point?
Notable species at Acadia National Park - Otter Point include Long-tailed Duck, Purple Sandpiper, Common Loon, American Crow, Common Raven. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Acadia National Park - Otter Point?
Birding at Acadia National Park - Otter Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Acadia National Park - Otter Point?
Acadia National Park - Otter Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.