Wetland birding habitat

Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
WetlandUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and urban park habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, and Carolina Chickadee 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

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/31/202610361 Hotel Road, Bishopville, Maryland, US (38.444, -75.207)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Rackcliffe House and trails1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/202620778–20798 Whippoorwill Dr, Ocean View US-DE 38.57391, -75.110051 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

King Rail

Rallus elegans

5/29/2026Holts Landing State Park1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

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

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/26/2026Sinepuxent Bay Boat Trip3 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

5/26/20267 Beach Side Mews, Ocean City US-MD (38.3911,-75.0718)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

36/1/2026

Least Tern

86/1/2026

Forster's Tern

36/1/2026

Snowy Egret

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

Brown Pelican

36/1/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

26/1/2026

Carolina Wren

16/1/2026

American Robin

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/1/2026

Pine Warbler

26/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/1/2026

Willet

15/31/2026

American Herring Gull

25/31/2026

Green Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

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 Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area include Ring-billed Gull, Great Blue Heron, Carolina Chickadee, Carolina Wren, Northern Mockingbird. The area supports wetland, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area?
Isle of Wight Park and Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.