Bolton Flats Wildlife Management Area - Lancaster

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
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

Chestnut-collared Longspur

Calcarius ornatus

3/5/2026Fitchburg Airport1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026The Hermitage (private property)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/202642.2617834, -71.84152921 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/5/202626 Broadmeadow Rd, Groton US-MA (42.6053,-71.5704)14 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/202642 Bristol St, Worcester US-MA (42.3210,-71.7886)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/4/2026Lancaster, Ma.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

33/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/1/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

43/1/2026

American Crow

33/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

73/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

53/1/2026

European Starling

23/1/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/1/2026

American Robin

33/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

33/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

53/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

23/1/2026

Northern Harrier

12/28/2026

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.