Lake birding habitat

Schoolhouse Pond

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Schoolhouse Pond is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and Mallard 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

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/21/2026stakeout Mississippi Kite, NE DC (2025)2 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

7/21/2026Hillsmere Shores Community Beach, Annapolis (private)1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

7/20/2026Hunting Creek Bridge (Fairfax Co.)1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/20/2026Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis US-MD 38.84449, -76.460432 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/20/2026Belle Haven Park--North Parking Area2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/18/2026Four Mile Run Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/19/2026

Wood Duck

197/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Great Egret

17/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/19/2026

Osprey

27/19/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

27/19/2026

American Crow

17/19/2026

Fish Crow

27/19/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/19/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/19/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

17/19/2026

Barn Swallow

97/19/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/19/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/19/2026

Carolina Wren

47/19/2026

European Starling

487/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Schoolhouse Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Schoolhouse Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Schoolhouse Pond?
Notable species at Schoolhouse Pond include Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Schoolhouse Pond?
Birding at Schoolhouse Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Schoolhouse Pond?
Schoolhouse Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.