Kettle Cove

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kettle Cove is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Long-tailed 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/6/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/5/2026Allagash Brewing Co.2 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026River Point Conservation Area, Falmouth1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Mill Creek Cove1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/4/2026102 Tuttle Rd Yard, Cumberland1 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/4/202604050, Long Island US-ME (43.6875,-70.1620)

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Spurwink Marsh at Sawyer Road1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/3/2026Spurwink River Crossing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

73/6/2026

Canada Goose

213/6/2026

Greater Scaup

123/6/2026

Common Eider

203/6/2026

Surf Scoter

103/6/2026

Black Scoter

203/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

33/6/2026

Bufflehead

23/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

43/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/6/2026

Thick-billed Murre

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

33/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/6/2026

Horned Grebe

23/6/2026

Common Loon

53/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

American Black Duck

13/5/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

White-winged Scoter

23/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kettle Cove for birding?
The best months to visit Kettle Cove for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kettle Cove?
Notable species at Kettle Cove include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, Common Eider. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kettle Cove?
Birding at Kettle Cove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kettle Cove?
Kettle Cove offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.