Coastal birding habitat

Swan Harbor Farm Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Swan Harbor Farm Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 282 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, 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

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

Mourning Dove

26/2/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

16/2/2026

Killdeer

26/2/2026

Green Heron

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

66/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

66/2/2026

Osprey

16/2/2026

Bald Eagle

36/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

26/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

White-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

American Crow

36/2/2026

Fish Crow

26/2/2026

Tree Swallow

56/2/2026

Purple Martin

36/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

26/2/2026

European Starling

126/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

36/2/2026

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 Swan Harbor Farm Park for birding?
The best months to visit Swan Harbor Farm Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Swan Harbor Farm Park?
Notable species at Swan Harbor Farm Park include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Hooded Merganser. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Swan Harbor Farm Park?
Birding at Swan Harbor Farm Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Swan Harbor Farm Park?
Swan Harbor Farm Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.