Wetland birding habitat

E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Green-winged Teal 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/21/20265298 Lakeview1 observed

Cory's Shearwater

Calonectris borealis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

Great Shearwater

Ardenna gravis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Toms Cove Hook (no access Mar 15-Aug 31)1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Chincoteague NWR--Black Duck Marsh1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/16/2026Chincoteague NWR--Wildlife Loop1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/16/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/15/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

17/19/2026

Wood Duck

17/19/2026

Mallard

507/19/2026

Mourning Dove

47/19/2026

Chimney Swift

27/19/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

77/19/2026

Killdeer

37/19/2026

Semipalmated Plover

47/19/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

187/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

177/19/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

67/19/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

107/19/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

37/19/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

1007/19/2026

Laughing Gull

907/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/19/2026

American Herring Gull

47/19/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North for birding?
The best months to visit E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
Notable species at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Green-winged Teal, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
Birding at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North?
E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area - North offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.