Cape Neddick Light

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Neddick Light is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Common Eider, and Harlequin Duck 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

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/6/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch2 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Rye Harbor SP (Ragged Neck)1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/5/2026Backyard, Berwick1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/5/202628 Old Pine Hill Rd S, Berwick US-ME 43.26952, -70.851491 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/5/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (leucophrys)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Dunn Farm, Berwick1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026806 Main St., South Eliot4 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026Spinney Lane and Durham Reservoir1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/4/2026Rt. 1A, Second Pullout South of Odiorne Point, Rye1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

33/5/2026

Common Eider

303/5/2026

Harlequin Duck

43/5/2026

White-winged Scoter

63/5/2026

Black Scoter

803/5/2026

Long-tailed Duck

63/5/2026

Bufflehead

23/5/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/5/2026

Purple Sandpiper

293/5/2026

American Herring Gull

203/5/2026

Common Loon

13/5/2026

Great Cormorant

43/5/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Surf Scoter

13/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

European Starling

23/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/4/2026

Canada Goose

83/3/2026

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 Cape Neddick Light for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Neddick Light for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cape Neddick Light?
Notable species at Cape Neddick Light include Mallard, Common Eider, Harlequin Duck, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Neddick Light?
Birding at Cape Neddick Light is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cape Neddick Light?
Cape Neddick Light offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.