Wetland birding habitat

Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/2/2026Great Meadows NWR--Concord Unit1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

6/2/2026Minute Man NHP--Hartwell Area1 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

6/1/2026Foundations Long Meadow Brook1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

6/1/2026Great Meadows NWR--Concord Unit1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/1/2026Little Chauncy Area1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

6/1/2026171 Spring St, Hopkinton US-MA 42.22539, -71.594671 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

5/31/2026Bolton Flats WMA--Pine Hill Rd. Grasslands2 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Walden Pond, Concord1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/28/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/28/2026

Killdeer

15/28/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/28/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/28/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/28/2026

Blue Jay

15/28/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/28/2026

Gray Catbird

25/28/2026

American Robin

35/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

25/28/2026

American Goldfinch

15/28/2026

Song Sparrow

15/28/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/28/2026

Louisiana Waterthrush

15/28/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/28/2026

American Redstart

15/28/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster for birding?
The best months to visit Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster?
Notable species at Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster include Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster?
Birding at Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster?
Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.