Forest birding habitat

Long Neck Road

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Long Neck Road is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Tundra Swan, Ring-billed Gull, and American Herring Gull 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

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/9/2026Springer Road1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/9/2026Springer Road1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/7/202644715 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point US-MD 38.13555, -76.529211 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/4/2026Thomas Johnson Bridge Fishing Piers2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

4/3/2026Barren Island1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/2/2026Point Lookout State Park8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

34/12/2026

Black Scoter

34/12/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

44/12/2026

Mourning Dove

34/12/2026

Laughing Gull

84/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

204/12/2026

American Herring Gull

154/12/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/12/2026

Forster's Tern

14/12/2026

Royal Tern

14/12/2026

Horned Grebe

84/12/2026

Common Loon

24/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

254/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/12/2026

Brown Pelican

34/12/2026

Osprey

84/12/2026

Bald Eagle

24/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/12/2026

Northern Flicker

24/12/2026

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 Long Neck Road for birding?
The best months to visit Long Neck Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Neck Road?
Notable species at Long Neck Road include Tundra Swan, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Black Vulture, Northern Harrier. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Neck Road?
Birding at Long Neck Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Long Neck Road?
Long Neck Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.