Coastal birding habitat

Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan 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

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/15/2026Monomy HS, Harwich1 observed

Northern House Wren (Northern)

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Ring-necked Duck x scaup sp. (hybrid)

Aythya collaris x marila/affinis

4/12/2026Bell's Neck Conservation Area (HCT)1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

4/10/2026Home - Lower Mill Pond, Brewster1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/10/2026Cold Brook Preserve1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/7/2026Thompson's Field--North of Cape Cod Rail Trail1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/6/2026D&F Clapp's House, Brewster US-MA 41.73730, -70.088561 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/6/2026Brackett Rd area, Eastham1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/5/202617 Wildflower Ln, Orleans US-MA (41.7934,-70.0162)12 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

184/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/15/2026

Laughing Gull

4/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/15/2026

Blue Jay

24/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

54/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/15/2026

American Goldfinch

34/15/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

14/15/2026

Song Sparrow

14/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/15/2026

Pine Warbler

14/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/15/2026

Carolina Wren

14/4/2026

American Robin

44/4/2026

House Sparrow

14/4/2026

House Finch

14/4/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

1044/4/2026

Northern Flicker

24/4/2026

American Crow

24/4/2026

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 Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center?
Notable species at Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center include Brant, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center?
Birding at Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center?
Cape Cod National Seashore - Salt Pond Visitors Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.