Forest birding habitat

Figgs Landing Road

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Figgs Landing Road is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Rackcliffe House and trails1 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/29/2026Assateague I. NS--Life of the Marsh1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/29/2026The Cottage Golf Course Rd., W. Ocean City US-MD1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/27/2026Chincoteague Island Nature Trail1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

5/27/2026Assateague Island (Virginia)1 observed

Swainson's Thrush (Olive-backed)

Catharus ustulatus

5/26/2026Chincoteague NWR--Wildlife Loop1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/26/2026Sinepuxent Bay Boat Trip3 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/26/2026Ocean City--Sunset Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

15/25/2026

Wood Duck

45/25/2026

Mallard

425/25/2026

Chimney Swift

25/25/2026

Black-bellied Plover

405/25/2026

Killdeer

15/25/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/25/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

25/25/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

35/25/2026

Dunlin

25/25/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

55/25/2026

Least Sandpiper

45/25/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

555/25/2026

Laughing Gull

85/25/2026

American Herring Gull

25/25/2026

Forster's Tern

35/25/2026

White Ibis

155/25/2026

Glossy Ibis

215/25/2026

Green Heron

15/25/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

25/25/2026

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 Figgs Landing Road for birding?
The best months to visit Figgs Landing Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Figgs Landing Road?
Notable species at Figgs Landing Road include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Figgs Landing Road?
Birding at Figgs Landing Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Figgs Landing Road?
Figgs Landing Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.