Seapoint Beach

Maine · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Seapoint Beach is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, 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

Canada Goose American Black Duck Common Eider Black Scoter Ring-billed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/18/2026Coppal House Farm, Lee (Private)5 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/18/2026Rachel Carson NWR--Cutt's Island Trail4 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

7/18/2026Sawyers Beach, Rye1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/18/2026stakeout Mississippi Kite nest, Dover (2025-2026) (nest location kept secret)1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher (hendersoni)

Limnodromus griseus

7/18/2026Wells1 observed

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

7/17/2026Pease International Tradeport--Short St., Newington2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/17/20267 Atlantic Ave, Hampton Beach1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/16/2026Spinney Lane and Durham Reservoir1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

7/16/2026Adams Point WMA, Durham2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Short-billed Dowitcher

247/19/2026

Barn Swallow

37/19/2026

Mallard

87/19/2026

Common Eider

107/19/2026

Wild Turkey

17/19/2026

Killdeer

37/19/2026

Semipalmated Plover

37/19/2026

Willet

17/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

307/19/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

227/19/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

17/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

77/19/2026

American Herring Gull

17/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

17/19/2026

Common Tern

27/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

127/19/2026

Glossy Ibis

17/19/2026

Snowy Egret

67/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Seapoint Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Seapoint Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Seapoint Beach?▼

Notable species at Seapoint Beach include Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Black Scoter, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Seapoint Beach?▼

Birding at Seapoint Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Seapoint Beach?▼

Seapoint Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.