Coastal birding habitat

Plymouth Beach

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Plymouth Beach is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Common Eider, and Surf Scoter 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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/16/2026122 Main St, Plympton US-MA 41.97192, -70.805771 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/16/2026Manomet Conservation Sciences1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/16/2026Little Harbor Beach2 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

4/15/2026Musquashicut Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

254/12/2026

Common Eider

14/12/2026

Surf Scoter

104/12/2026

Long-tailed Duck

64/12/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

44/12/2026

Mourning Dove

44/12/2026

Piping Plover

214/12/2026

Dunlin

2154/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/12/2026

American Herring Gull

504/12/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

44/12/2026

Common Loon

24/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

44/12/2026

Osprey

54/12/2026

Tree Swallow

54/12/2026

European Starling

34/12/2026

Northern Mockingbird

44/12/2026

House Finch

54/12/2026

Song Sparrow

44/12/2026

American Black Duck

24/12/2026

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 Plymouth Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Plymouth Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Plymouth Beach?
Notable species at Plymouth Beach include Brant, Common Eider, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Plymouth Beach?
Birding at Plymouth Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Plymouth Beach?
Plymouth Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.