Urban Park birding habitat

Black Hill Regional Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Black Hill Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/16/2026Offutt Road @ Mt. Nebo Road1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/16/2026Ashburn Park1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/16/2026Hughes Hollow - McKee Beshers WMA--sunflower area and eastern fields1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

4/16/2026Hughes Hollow - McKee Beshers WMA1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/16/2026Sycamore Landing Rd. fields1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/16/2026Mount Airy US-MD1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/15/2026Hughes Hollow - McKee Beshers WMA1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

4/15/2026Bazil Newman Riverfront Park1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/15/2026Schooley Mill Park1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/15/2026Monocacy National Battlefield--Gambrill Mill Trail1 observed

American Coot (Red-shielded)

Fulica americana

4/15/2026Hughes Hollow - McKee Beshers WMA3 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/15/202613713 Deakins Ln, Germantown US-MD 39.08053, -77.301451 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

44/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

104/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

54/15/2026

Osprey

24/15/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/15/2026

Tree Swallow

14/15/2026

Mallard

14/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/12/2026

American Crow

34/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

64/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

44/12/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

54/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/12/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/12/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/12/2026

American Robin

34/12/2026

House Finch

14/12/2026

Chipping Sparrow

34/12/2026

White-throated Sparrow

34/12/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Black Hill Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Black Hill Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Black Hill Regional Park?
Notable species at Black Hill Regional Park include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Hill Regional Park?
Birding at Black Hill Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Black Hill Regional Park?
Black Hill Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.