Perryville Community Park

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Perryville Community Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and American Black Duck 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 Tundra Swan American Black Duck Canvasback Ring-necked Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/2/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park4 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

6/2/2026Charles E. Price Memorial Park2 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/1/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

6/1/2026Woodley Rd. retention ponds1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/1/2026Susquehanna SP--Steppingstone Farm Museum1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park9 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Home:110 E. Wallace Ave NE1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/31/2026Swan Harbor Farm Park3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chimney Swift

105/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/30/2026

Osprey

25/30/2026

Bald Eagle

35/30/2026

Fish Crow

25/30/2026

Tree Swallow

75/30/2026

Common Grackle

35/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
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 Perryville Community Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Perryville Community Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Perryville Community Park?▼

Notable species at Perryville Community Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, American Black Duck, Canvasback, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Perryville Community Park?▼

Birding at Perryville Community Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Perryville Community Park?▼

Perryville Community Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.