Forest birding habitat

North Point State Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

North Point State Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

7/21/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/21/2026Masonville Cove1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/21/2026Sandy Point State Park3 observed

Greater White-fronted x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser albifrons x Branta canadensis

7/21/2026Sandy Point State Park1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

7/20/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour4 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/16/2026Chesapeake Farms Habitat (Auto) Tour1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

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

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/15/2026Sandy Point State Park1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island2 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island1 observed

Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)

Himantopus mexicanus

7/14/2026Hart-Miller Island25 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

67/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

607/21/2026

Little Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Great Egret

17/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Osprey

17/21/2026

Bald Eagle

27/21/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/21/2026

American Crow

27/21/2026

Purple Martin

87/21/2026

Carolina Wren

27/21/2026

Gray Catbird

17/21/2026

American Robin

27/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/21/2026

Common Grackle

17/21/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/21/2026

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 North Point State Park for birding?
The best months to visit North Point State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at North Point State Park?
Notable species at North Point State Park include Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Red-bellied Woodpecker, American Robin, White-throated Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at North Point State Park?
Birding at North Point State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at North Point State Park?
North Point State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.