Urban Park birding habitat

Fort Howard Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fort Howard Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, and Great Blue Heron 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

27/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/21/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/21/2026

Chimney Swift

57/21/2026

Laughing Gull

107/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

57/21/2026

American Herring Gull

27/21/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

47/21/2026

Common Tern

17/21/2026

Brown Booby

17/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

307/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/21/2026

Osprey

107/21/2026

Bald Eagle

17/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

47/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Northern Flicker

17/21/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/21/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/21/2026

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 Fort Howard Park for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Howard Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fort Howard Park?
Notable species at Fort Howard Park include Canada Goose, Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, Belted Kingfisher, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Howard Park?
Birding at Fort Howard Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fort Howard Park?
Fort Howard Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.