Forest birding habitat

Rumbly Point

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Rumbly Point is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Yellowlegs, and Northern Harrier 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

Great Egret (American)

Ardea alba

4/13/2026Rumbly Point2 observed

Dunlin (hudsonia)

Calidris alpina

4/13/2026Rumbly Point14 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

4/13/2026Rumbly Point2 observed

Great Egret (African)

Ardea alba

4/13/2026Deep Creek1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/12/2026Pocomoke SF--Blades Road3 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

4/11/2026Saxis WMA--Hammock Boat Ramp1 observed

Yellow Rail

Coturnicops noveboracensis

4/11/2026Saxis WMA--Hammock Boat Ramp1 observed

Short-eared Owl (Northern)

Asio flammeus

4/11/2026Saxis WMA--Hammock Boat Ramp2 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/11/2026Irish Grove MOS Sanctuary4 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/11/2026Coardtown Road1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

4/11/20267748 Matthews Road, Saxis, Virginia, US (37.937, -75.713)1 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta carolinensis

4/11/2026Marine Science Consortium1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/10/2026Saxis WMA--Hammock Boat Ramp1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

24/13/2026

Green-winged Teal

234/13/2026

Virginia Rail

14/13/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

24/13/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

84/13/2026

Willet

34/13/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

134/13/2026

Dunlin

14/13/2026

Least Sandpiper

24/13/2026

Laughing Gull

54/13/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/13/2026

American Herring Gull

84/13/2026

Forster's Tern

34/13/2026

Glossy Ibis

44/13/2026

Snowy Egret

244/13/2026

Great Egret

24/13/2026

Black Vulture

14/13/2026

Bald Eagle

14/13/2026

Marsh Wren

14/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

184/13/2026

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 Rumbly Point for birding?
The best months to visit Rumbly Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rumbly Point?
Notable species at Rumbly Point include Canada Goose, Greater Yellowlegs, Northern Harrier, Short-eared Owl, Red-winged Blackbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rumbly Point?
Birding at Rumbly Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rumbly Point?
Rumbly Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.