Coastal birding habitat

Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet)

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/2/2026Figgs Landing Rd.4 observed

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

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/202620778–20798 Whippoorwill Dr, Ocean View US-DE 38.57391, -75.110051 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

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

16/2/2026

Laughing Gull

16/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

16/2/2026

American Herring Gull

16/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/2/2026

Brown Pelican

16/2/2026

Fish Crow

16/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/2/2026

House Sparrow

26/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/2/2026

Common Grackle

16/2/2026

Least Tern

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

16/2/2026

Carolina Wren

16/2/2026

European Starling

36/2/2026

American Goldfinch

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/2/2026

Canada Goose

16/2/2026

American Oystercatcher

16/2/2026

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 Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) for birding?
The best months to visit Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet)?
Notable species at Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet)?
Birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet)?
Assateague I. National Seashore - North End (from State Park to Inlet) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.