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Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Trails: dawn to dusk daily; center: Tue-Sat 10 AM - 4 PM

About This Location

Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Black Vulture 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 Mourning Dove Black Vulture Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker American Woodcock Northern Mockingbird Tundra Swan White-throated Sparrow Eastern Towhee Northern Cardinal American Robin

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/21/2026Masonville Cove1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/15/2026I-895 S, Brooklyn US-MD 39.23069, -76.622811 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

7/14/2026Fort McHenry NM1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/14/2026Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

7/13/2026Oxbow Lake2 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/12/2026Centennial Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/20/2026

Northern House Wren

17/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

27/20/2026

American Goldfinch

27/20/2026

Chipping Sparrow

37/20/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/20/2026

Mourning Dove

17/20/2026

Black Vulture

17/20/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

17/20/2026

White-eyed Vireo

37/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

American Crow

37/20/2026

Fish Crow

17/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/20/2026

Barn Swallow

307/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/20/2026

Carolina Wren

17/20/2026

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.
4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
5
Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

Nearby Attractions

Centennial Park
Lake Kittamaqundi
Patapsco Valley State Park

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy for birding?▼

The best months to visit Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy?▼

Notable species at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, American Woodcock, Northern Mockingbird, Tundra Swan, White-throated Sparrow, Eastern Towhee, Northern Cardinal, American Robin. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy?▼

Birding at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

Is there an entrance fee at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy?▼

There is no entrance fee at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy. Hours: Trails: dawn to dusk daily; center: Tue-Sat 10 AM - 4 PM.

What amenities are available at Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy?▼

Mount Pleasant Farm - Howard County Conservancy offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.