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Birding Near Cape May, NJ

30 birding locations within 50 miles

New Jersey · United States

30

Locations

64+

Species

4

Habitats

2

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Cape May

Cape May hawk watch platform overlooking coastal wetlands

New Jersey

< 1 mi away

Easy

Cape May

Premier Atlantic Flyway migration hotspot with legendary fall raptor flights.

CoastalWetlandForestFallSpring
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

1.2 mi away

Moderate

Cape May Harbor

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 224 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

1.3 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Garrett Family Preserve

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 261 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

1.6 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - SCMM - Cove Pool

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 261 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a lighthouse on top of a hill on a sunny day

New Jersey

1.6 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island (Cape May County south of the Cape May canal)

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 368 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

2.7 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Sea Grove Avenue

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 256 recorded species.

CoastalForestSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

2.8 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area - Hidden Valley

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 278 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
brown rocky mountain beside body of water during daytime

New Jersey

2.8 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - CMPSP - Hawkwatch Platform

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 348 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

2.8 mi away

Moderate

Cape May National Wildlife Refuge - Two Mile Unit

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 291 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
a group of seals on a rocky beach

New Jersey

3.0 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - CMP - CMBO Northwood Center

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 284 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
green grass field near body of water during daytime

New Jersey

3.2 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - CMP - Coral Avenue dune crossing

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 356 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a view of the ocean from a hill

New Jersey

3.3 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - CMP (Cape May Point)

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 379 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

3.3 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area - Magnesite Plant

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 278 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
a group of seals on a beach

New Jersey

3.5 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 339 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

3.5 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Sunset Beach/Concrete Ship

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 272 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

3.5 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 264 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a landscape with rocks and plants

New Jersey

3.5 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area - Dike/Morning Flight Songbird Count

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 323 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

3.6 mi away

Challenging

Cape Island - Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area - Morning Flight platform

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 252 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

New Jersey

5.0 mi away

Moderate

Villas - Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Management Area

River/Riparian birding hotspot in New Jersey with 272 recorded species.

River/RiparianWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

8.0 mi away

Moderate

Norbury's Landing

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 260 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

8.1 mi away

Moderate

North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 202 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

New Jersey

9.3 mi away

Moderate

Dennis Creek Wildlife Management Area - Conswell Road

River/Riparian birding hotspot in New Jersey with 230 recorded species.

River/RiparianWetlandSpringFall
a small bird standing on top of a sandy beach

New Jersey

9.3 mi away

Challenging

Nummy Island

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 265 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a small bird standing on the edge of a body of water

New Jersey

9.8 mi away

Moderate

Stone Harbor Point

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 283 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

11.3 mi away

Moderate

Stone Harbor Blvd - The Wetlands Institute

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 258 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

11.5 mi away

Moderate

Cape May National Wildlife Refuge - Songbird Trail

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 242 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

12.6 mi away

Moderate

Reed's Beach and Road

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 275 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Delaware

13.7 mi away

Easy

Cape Henlopen State Park - The Point

Forest birding hotspot in Delaware with 287 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

14.1 mi away

Moderate

Avalon Dunes (30th-60th streets)

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 222 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Delaware

14.1 mi away

Moderate

Cape Henlopen Hawk Watch

Forest birding hotspot in Delaware with 312 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall

Top Species Near Cape May

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Sharp-shinned HawkPeregrine FalconCape May WarblerBlack SkimmerAmerican OystercatcherTurkey VultureNorthern HarrierRed-bellied WoodpeckerDowny WoodpeckerAmerican CrowAmerican Black DuckWhite-winged ScoterBuffleheadRed-breasted MerganserRuddy DuckBrantMourning DoveNorthern FlickerBlue JaySanderlingBrown PelicanOspreyRoyal TernWilletCanada Goose+39 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Coastal22 locations
Wetland14 locations
Forest6 locations
River/Riparian2 locations

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall30 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Cape May, NJ?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Cape May include Cape May, Cape May Harbor, Cape Island - Garrett Family Preserve, Cape Island - SCMM - Cove Pool, Cape Island (Cape May County south of the Cape May canal). These spots offer coastal, wetland, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near Cape May?▼
Birders near Cape May can spot species including Sharp-shinned Hawk, Peregrine Falcon, Cape May Warbler, Black Skimmer, American Oystercatcher, Turkey Vulture, Northern Harrier, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Cape May?▼
The best seasons for birding near Cape May are Spring and Fall. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Cape May?▼
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Cape May, NJ, ranging from 0.0 to 14.1 miles from the city center.

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