Coastal birding habitat

Elliott Island Road

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Elliott Island Road is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/21/20263118 Bay View Dr, Church Creek US-MD 38.37247, -76.260832 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/20/2026Hurlock WWTP1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/20/2026Hurlock WWTP3 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/20/2026Hurlock WWTP1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/14/2026Blackwater NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Orchard Oriole (Orchard)

Icterus spurius

7/12/2026Le Compte WMA1 observed

Purple Martin (subis/arboricola)

Progne subis

7/12/2026Le Compte WMA1 observed

American Robin (migratorius Group)

Turdus migratorius

7/12/2026Le Compte WMA2 observed

Common Yellowthroat (trichas Group)

Geothlypis trichas

7/12/2026Le Compte WMA4 observed

Eastern Bluebird (Eastern)

Sialia sialis

7/12/2026Le Compte WMA10 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/10/2026Blackwater NWR--Wildlife Drive1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

37/21/2026

Common Gallinule

27/21/2026

Black-necked Stilt

17/21/2026

Killdeer

17/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

27/21/2026

Laughing Gull

347/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

17/21/2026

Glossy Ibis

57/21/2026

Snowy Egret

357/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Great Egret

57/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Black Vulture

27/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/21/2026

Osprey

57/21/2026

Bald Eagle

17/21/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/21/2026

American Crow

67/21/2026

Northern House Wren

17/21/2026

Marsh Wren

47/21/2026

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 Elliott Island Road for birding?
The best months to visit Elliott Island Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Elliott Island Road?
Notable species at Elliott Island Road include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Elliott Island Road?
Birding at Elliott Island Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Elliott Island Road?
Elliott Island Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.