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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Worlds End (TTOR)--Damde Meadows Tidal Marsh1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/17/2026Wompatuck SP (Plymouth Co.)1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

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

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/16/2026Bouve Conservation Area, Hingham1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

4/15/2026Musquashicut Pond1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/15/2026Great Pond, Randolph1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/14/2026Backyard Front st.1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/2026Burrage Pond WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/10/2026

Piping Plover

64/10/2026

Horned Lark

14/10/2026

Brant

1004/10/2026

Common Eider

124/10/2026

Surf Scoter

24/10/2026

Bufflehead

24/10/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

134/10/2026

Wild Turkey

74/10/2026

Mourning Dove

14/10/2026

Killdeer

14/10/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/10/2026

Dunlin

34/10/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/10/2026

American Herring Gull

74/10/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

44/10/2026

Great Egret

24/10/2026

Osprey

24/10/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/10/2026

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.