Forest birding habitat

Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 217 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bridled Tern

Onychoprion anaethetus

7/19/2026Scituate Lighthouse1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

7/19/2026Gulf of Maine, Boston US-MA 42.35486, -70.932143 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

37/17/2026

Killdeer

57/17/2026

Semipalmated Plover

1007/17/2026

Piping Plover

307/17/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

157/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/17/2026

Willet

37/17/2026

Sanderling

257/17/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

507/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

1007/17/2026

Laughing Gull

207/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

37/17/2026

American Herring Gull

357/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

77/17/2026

Least Tern

1007/17/2026

Common Tern

507/17/2026

Roseate Tern

37/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

357/17/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/17/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate for birding?
The best months to visit Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Notable species at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Birding at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.