Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Horned Grebe among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Bufflehead Horned Grebe Double-crested Cormorant Northern Flicker

Live Bird Data

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

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

7/19/2026Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary, Prince Frederick US-MD (38.4901,-76.5915)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/18/2026Wathen Road2 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

7/9/2026Town Creek Pt1 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

7/8/2026Across From Bunkys And Solomons Mission Center2 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

7/8/2026Holland Cliffs1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

27/8/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

47/8/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Maryland Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Maryland →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum for birding?▼

The best months to visit Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?▼

Notable species at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Horned Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?▼

Birding at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum?▼

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.