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Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free for Mass Audubon members, $4 non-members

Hours

Open daily, sunrise to sunset

About This Location

Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, and White-breasted Nuthatch 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

6/2/2026Mill Pond Reservation1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/2/2026Burrage Pond WMA2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/2/202624 Milton Rd, Brookline US-MA 42.32911, -71.127341 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

6/2/2026Cold Spring Park, Newton US-MA 42.33039, -71.211981 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

6/2/2026Blue Hills Reservation--Unquity Bottom1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

6/2/2026Arnold Arboretum1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/2/2026Arnold Arboretum1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

6/2/2026Millennium Park, Boston1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/2/2026Squantum Marshes1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Rose Kennedy Greenway1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

26/2/2026

Mourning Dove

16/2/2026

Chimney Swift

16/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

26/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

26/2/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

36/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

46/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/2/2026

Brown Creeper

16/2/2026

Northern House Wren

26/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

Eastern Bluebird

16/2/2026

Veery

16/2/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/2/2026

Chipping Sparrow

36/2/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) for birding?
The best months to visit Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Notable species at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) include Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, House Finch, American Goldfinch, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Common Merganser, Wild Turkey, Canada Goose, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Birding at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
The entrance fee at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) is Free for Mass Audubon members, $4 non-members. Hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
What amenities are available at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)?
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.