Forest birding habitat

Black Walnut Point

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Black Walnut Point is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, Horned Grebe, and Common Loon 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

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/20/2026Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis US-MD 38.84449, -76.460432 observed

Sandwich Tern (Cabot's)

Thalasseus sandvicensis

7/20/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/20/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

7/20/2026133 Kilby Pt, Queenstown US-MD 38.85533, -76.204442 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

7/18/2026North Beach--fishing pier3 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/17/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/16/2026Fairhaven1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/16/2026North Beach-9119 Bay Avenue1 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

7/15/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Double-crested Cormorant

37/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

17/19/2026

Carolina Wren

17/19/2026

American Herring Gull

17/19/2026

Purple Martin

107/19/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Black Walnut Point for birding?
The best months to visit Black Walnut Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Black Walnut Point?
Notable species at Black Walnut Point include Ring-billed Gull, Horned Grebe, Common Loon, Killdeer, Bald Eagle. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Walnut Point?
Birding at Black Walnut Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Black Walnut Point?
Black Walnut Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.