Sandy Point State Reservation

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sandy Point State Reservation is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed Vireo Scarlet Tanager Pileated Woodpecker Wood Thrush Ovenbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Bald Hill Conservation Area1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/16/2026Hamlin Reservation (TTOR)1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/16/2026Hamlin Reservation (TTOR)1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/16/2026Babbitt's yard1 observed

Gadwall x Mallard (hybrid)

Mareca strepera x Anas platyrhynchos

4/16/2026Greenlawn Cemetery1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/16/2026Witch Island, Hampton1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/15/2026Joppa Flats Education Center (Mass Audubon)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

4/14/2026

Black Scoter

14/14/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

64/14/2026

American Herring Gull

4/14/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

144/14/2026

American Goldfinch

14/14/2026

Song Sparrow

14/14/2026

Mallard

24/13/2026

Bufflehead

54/13/2026

Piping Plover

64/13/2026

Horned Grebe

24/13/2026

American Robin

24/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/13/2026

Common Eider

4/12/2026

White-winged Scoter

34/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/12/2026

Long-tailed Duck

354/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

24/11/2026

Red-throated Loon

14/11/2026

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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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sandy Point State Reservation for birding?▼

The best months to visit Sandy Point State Reservation for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Sandy Point State Reservation?▼

Notable species at Sandy Point State Reservation include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Sandy Point State Reservation?▼

Birding at Sandy Point State Reservation is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Sandy Point State Reservation?▼

Sandy Point State Reservation offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.