Lake birding habitat

Great Pond, Hatfield

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Great Pond, Hatfield is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Black Duck, and Common Merganser 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

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/21/2026Honey Pot, Hadley1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/21/2026Atkins Reservoir3 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/21/2026Lewis Home 145 Old North Rd, Worthington US-MA 42.41985, -72.941201 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/20/2026Montague Sandplains1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/20/2026Lewis Home 145 Old North Rd, Worthington US-MA 42.41985, -72.941202 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

77/21/2026

Wood Duck

227/21/2026

Mourning Dove

27/21/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/21/2026

Killdeer

17/21/2026

Green Heron

27/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/21/2026

Black Vulture

17/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Northern Flicker

17/21/2026

Willow Flycatcher

27/21/2026

Least Flycatcher

17/21/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/21/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/21/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/21/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

27/21/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Great Pond, Hatfield for birding?
The best months to visit Great Pond, Hatfield for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Great Pond, Hatfield?
Notable species at Great Pond, Hatfield include Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Great Pond, Hatfield?
Birding at Great Pond, Hatfield is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Great Pond, Hatfield?
Great Pond, Hatfield offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.