Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

WetlandCoastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Great Blue Heron Red-winged Blackbird Mallard Green Heron Virginia Rail

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/31/202610361 Hotel Road, Bishopville, Maryland, US (38.444, -75.207)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Rackcliffe House and trails1 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

5/31/2026Assateague Is. km 8-91 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/29/2026Assateague I. NS--Life of the Marsh1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/29/2026The Cottage Golf Course Rd., W. Ocean City US-MD1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/26/2026Sinepuxent Bay Boat Trip3 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/26/2026Ocean City--Sunset Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/26/20267 Beach Side Mews, Ocean City US-MD (38.3911,-75.0718)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Semipalmated Plover

65/31/2026

Willet

45/31/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

115/31/2026

Sanderling

25/31/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

105/31/2026

Laughing Gull

45/31/2026

American Herring Gull

35/31/2026

Least Tern

35/31/2026

Great Egret

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Brown Pelican

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

25/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
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 Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼

Notable species at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼

Birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼

Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.