Coastal birding habitat

Ocean City - Sunset Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ocean City - Sunset Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, and American Robin 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 Tern

Chlidonias niger

7/18/2026Sassafras Landing Road, Frankford, Delaware, US (38.5, -75.089)1 observed

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

7/17/2026Assawoman Canal South of Kent Avenue2 observed

Gull-billed Tern

Gelochelidon nilotica

7/10/2026Tern Raft1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

7/10/2026Assateague State Park2 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

7/9/2026Assateague I. NS--OSV Zone2 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/9/2026Sunset Island, Ocean City, MD1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

27/21/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

27/21/2026

Laughing Gull

37/21/2026

American Herring Gull

27/21/2026

Fish Crow

17/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/21/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

American Oystercatcher

27/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/19/2026

Least Tern

27/19/2026

Forster's Tern

17/19/2026

Common Tern

37/19/2026

Royal Tern

27/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

47/19/2026

Brown Pelican

37/19/2026

Osprey

17/19/2026

Barn Swallow

17/19/2026

European Starling

17/19/2026

House Sparrow

17/19/2026

House Finch

17/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Ocean City - Sunset Park for birding?
The best months to visit Ocean City - Sunset Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ocean City - Sunset Park?
Notable species at Ocean City - Sunset Park include American Herring Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, American Robin, House Sparrow, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ocean City - Sunset Park?
Birding at Ocean City - Sunset Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Ocean City - Sunset Park?
Ocean City - Sunset Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.