Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025)

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 260 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

Red-eyed Vireo Scarlet Tanager Pileated Woodpecker Wood Thrush Ovenbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Seneca Creek State Park, Germantown US-MD (39.0881,-77.3254)1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026C&O Canal--Violette's Lock8 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

5/31/2026C&O Canal--Point of Rocks4 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

5/31/2026Baker Park, Frederick1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Algonkian Regional Park--Waterpark Area1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/31/2026Hughes Hollow - McKee Beshers WMA1 observed

House Finch (Common)

Haemorhous mexicanus

5/30/20261022 Capistrano Ct, Frederick US-MD 39.40581, -77.445012 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

5/30/2026Lake Whetstone1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/30/2026C&O Canal--Edwards Ferry1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

35/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Chimney Swift

25/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Common Raven

15/30/2026

Cliff Swallow

45/30/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/30/2026

Gray Catbird

15/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/30/2026

Cedar Waxwing

145/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

45/30/2026

Common Grackle

55/30/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

15/30/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/30/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025)?▼

Notable species at Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025)?▼

Birding at Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025)?▼

Lilypons Water Gardens (permanently closed from early 2025) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.