Forest birding habitat

Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Common Eider 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/18/2026896 Bar Harbor Road, Trenton, Maine, US (44.455, -68.364)1 observed

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

Polioptila caerulea

7/16/2026Acadia National Park3 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/14/2026751 Norway Dr, Bar Harbor US-ME 44.42253, -68.283181 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/12/2026Mount Desert Island High School2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Eider

47/15/2026

Common Tern

67/15/2026

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

17/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/15/2026

Merlin

17/15/2026

American Herring Gull

57/15/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

17/15/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/15/2026

Black Guillemot

107/15/2026

Common Loon

17/15/2026

Bald Eagle

27/15/2026

Mallard

357/14/2026

White-winged Scoter

47/14/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/14/2026

Blue-headed Vireo

17/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Hermit Thrush

17/14/2026

Song Sparrow

17/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

47/14/2026

American Goldfinch

17/14/2026

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 - Seawall Picnic Area for birding?
The best months to visit Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Notable species at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area include Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Black Scoter, Bufflehead. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Birding at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.