North Shore Community Gardens

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

North Shore Community Gardens is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Sharp-shinned Hawk and American Crow among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Parker River NWR--Hellcat Boardwalk Trail3 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Horn Pond Recreation Area1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

3/5/2026Horn Pond Recreation Area1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/5/2026Devereaux Beach1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/5/2026Devereaux Beach1 observed

Brant (Black)

Branta bernicla

3/5/2026Nahant--Short Beach3 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Mount Auburn Cemetery1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Merrimack River behind Tsongas Arena1 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/4/2026Winthrop Beach and Five Sisters1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Castle Island and Pleasure Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/2/2026

American Crow

43/2/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

More in Massachusetts

Mount Auburn Cemetery

Historic Cambridge cemetery renowned as a spring warbler migrant trap.

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Massachusetts barrier beach refuge vital for shorebirds and Piping Plovers.

Arnold Arboretum

Harvard's 281-acre living tree museum in Boston with 200+ bird species and outstanding warbler migration.

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit North Shore Community Gardens for birding?▼

The best months to visit North Shore Community Gardens for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at North Shore Community Gardens?▼

Notable species at North Shore Community Gardens include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at North Shore Community Gardens?▼

Birding at North Shore Community Gardens is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at North Shore Community Gardens?▼

North Shore Community Gardens offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.