Hadley Cove

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hadley Cove is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, Downy Woodpecker, and Merlin 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/2026Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)5 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/5/2026home2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Riverfront Conservation Area1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

3/1/2026Hadley Cove1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

2/28/2026Turners Falls Power Canal1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/28/2026Liberty St. Bridge, Easthampton1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Merlin

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

33/5/2026

American Crow

253/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

European Starling

43/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

American Robin

43/5/2026

House Finch

33/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/5/2026

Common Grackle

23/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

33/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

Mallard

143/1/2026

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

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 Hadley Cove for birding?
The best months to visit Hadley Cove for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hadley Cove?
Notable species at Hadley Cove include Ring-billed Gull, Downy Woodpecker, Merlin, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hadley Cove?
Birding at Hadley Cove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hadley Cove?
Hadley Cove offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.