Forest birding habitat

Chebacco Woods

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chebacco Woods is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

6/2/2026Parker River NWR--Hellcat Boardwalk Trail2 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/2/2026Parker River NWR--Hellcat Boardwalk Trail1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

6/2/2026Middlesex Fells Reservation--Hemlock Pool1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

6/2/2026707 Shirley Street, Winthrop, Massachusetts, US (42.367, -70.973)2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Belle Isle Marsh--John Joseph Kilmartin Pathway1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

6/2/2026Plum Island--Parker River NWR & Sandy Pt. State Reservation1 observed

Clapper Rail

Rallus crepitans

6/2/2026Plum Island--Parker River NWR & Sandy Pt. State Reservation2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/24/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/24/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/24/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/24/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/24/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/24/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/24/2026

Blue Jay

15/24/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

35/24/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/24/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/24/2026

Northern House Wren

25/24/2026

Carolina Wren

55/24/2026

Gray Catbird

55/24/2026

American Robin

25/24/2026

House Finch

25/24/2026

American Goldfinch

45/24/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/24/2026

Song Sparrow

15/24/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chebacco Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Chebacco Woods for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chebacco Woods?
Notable species at Chebacco Woods include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chebacco Woods?
Birding at Chebacco Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Chebacco Woods?
Chebacco Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.