Navigation Road, Barnstable

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Navigation Road, Barnstable is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Downy Woodpecker among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mourning Dove Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker Northern Flicker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/14/2026Pogorelc Sanctuary4 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/14/2026Pogorelc Sanctuary1 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/14/2026Bell's Neck Conservation Area (HCT)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/14/2026Myles Standish SF--Five Mile Pond Road2 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

7/14/2026Lovells Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

17/14/2026

American Herring Gull

17/14/2026

Glossy Ibis

17/14/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

27/14/2026

Snowy Egret

87/14/2026

Green Heron

17/14/2026

Great Egret

47/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/14/2026

Tree Swallow

87/14/2026

Barn Swallow

27/14/2026

Gray Catbird

47/14/2026

American Robin

27/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

147/14/2026

Common Grackle

27/14/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/14/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Massachusetts Birding Guide

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Navigation Road, Barnstable for birding?▼

The best months to visit Navigation Road, Barnstable for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Navigation Road, Barnstable?▼

Notable species at Navigation Road, Barnstable include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Navigation Road, Barnstable?▼

Birding at Navigation Road, Barnstable is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Navigation Road, Barnstable?▼

Navigation Road, Barnstable offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.