Wingaersheek Beach

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wingaersheek Beach is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Snow Bunting 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

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/20/2026Hampton Harbor (overall)1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/20/2026188 US-1 S, Newburyport US-MA 42.79933, -70.876141 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/20/2026Plum Island--Parker River NWR & Sandy Pt. State Reservation2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

527/17/2026

Mourning Dove

17/17/2026

Semipalmated Plover

77/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

367/17/2026

American Herring Gull

467/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

37/17/2026

Common Tern

57/17/2026

Roseate Tern

27/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

157/17/2026

Snowy Egret

17/17/2026

Great Egret

27/17/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/17/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/17/2026

American Kestrel

17/17/2026

Blue Jay

17/17/2026

American Crow

57/17/2026

Common Raven

17/17/2026

Bank Swallow

27/17/2026

Tree Swallow

37/17/2026

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

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.

Massachusetts Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Massachusetts →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wingaersheek Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Wingaersheek Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Wingaersheek Beach?▼

Notable species at Wingaersheek Beach include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Wingaersheek Beach?▼

Birding at Wingaersheek Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Wingaersheek Beach?▼

Wingaersheek Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.