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Birding Near New York, NY

30 birding locations within 50 miles

New York · United States

30

Locations

52+

Species

7

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near New York

A park area with a view of the brooklyn bridge.

New York

1.0 mi away

Easy

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 220 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

1.8 mi away

Challenging

Governors Island (N.Y. County)

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 254 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

2.4 mi away

Easy

Liberty State Park

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 304 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lullwater and forested ravine in Prospect Park Brooklyn

New York

4.1 mi away

Easy

Prospect Park

Brooklyn's 585-acre birding gem with 280+ species, outstanding spring warbler migration, and lakeside waterfowl.

Urban ParkForestLakeSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

4.1 mi away

Easy

Bush Terminal Piers Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 229 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
city skyline across body of water during daytime

New York

4.4 mi away

Easy

Central Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 276 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

New York

4.4 mi away

Easy

Prospect Park - Prospect Lake

Lake birding hotspot in New York with 245 recorded species.

LakeUrban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New Jersey

4.5 mi away

Easy

Lincoln Park West

Urban Park birding hotspot in New Jersey with 220 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

4.8 mi away

Moderate

Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 221 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Warblers in the Ramble area of Central Park during spring migration

New York

5.3 mi away

Easy

Central Park

Manhattan's surprising migrant trap with 280+ species in the heart of NYC.

Urban ParkForestSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

5.8 mi away

Moderate

Bayonne Golf Club

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 200 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New Jersey

6.1 mi away

Easy

Stephen R. Gregg County Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New Jersey with 219 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

6.2 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 231 recorded species.

WetlandRiver/RiparianSpringFall
Woodland landscape with overgrown fields and trees

New York

6.3 mi away

Easy

Central Park - North End (N of 97th Saint Transverse)

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 227 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

6.8 mi away

Challenging

Randalls Island

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 252 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a couple of birds standing on top of a lush green field

New Jersey

7.0 mi away

Easy

Richard W. DeKorte Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New Jersey with 283 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

7.3 mi away

Moderate

Hackensack Meadowlands Conservation and Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 203 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

7.4 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands IBA - Kearny Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 232 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

7.7 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands District IBA

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 249 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New York

8.1 mi away

Easy

Forest Park

Forest birding hotspot in New York with 212 recorded species.

ForestUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New York

8.2 mi away

Moderate

Fort Wadsworth

Forest birding hotspot in New York with 225 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

8.3 mi away

Easy

Canarsie Beach Park

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 217 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
Mature oak forest canopy in Forest Park Queens

New York

8.5 mi away

Easy

Forest Park

Queens' mature oak forest with breeding owls, migrant warblers, and the legendary Waterhole.

ForestUrban ParkSpringWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

8.6 mi away

Easy

Clove Lakes Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 221 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New York

8.8 mi away

Easy

Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill)

Forest birding hotspot in New York with 207 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

New York

8.8 mi away

Easy

Flushing Meadows Corona Park - Meadow Lake

Lake birding hotspot in New York with 208 recorded species.

LakeGrasslandUrban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

8.9 mi away

Easy

Calvert Vaux Park (Dreier-Offerman Park)

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 272 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

New Jersey

8.9 mi away

Easy

Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park

River/Riparian birding hotspot in New Jersey with 216 recorded species.

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
Green grass and trees in a park.

New York

8.9 mi away

Easy

Salt Marsh Nature Center at Marine Park

Wetland birding hotspot in New York with 270 recorded species.

WetlandUrban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

9.1 mi away

Easy

Coney Island Creek Park

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 257 recorded species.

CoastalRiver/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall

Top Species Near New York

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

BrantCanada GooseGadwallMallardAmerican Black DuckGreater ScaupBuffleheadRuddy DuckRock PigeonGreat Black-backed GullCommon LoonRed-tailed HawkKilldeerBlack-crowned Night-HeronWood DuckBlackburnian WarblerRusty BlackbirdGreen HeronEastern Screech-OwlAmerican WigeonNorthern ShovelerMute SwanAmerican Herring GullAmerican RobinHouse Sparrow+27 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Urban Park19 locations
Forest9 locations
Wetland9 locations
Coastal5 locations
Lake3 locations
River/Riparian3 locations
Grassland1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall29 locations
Winter1 location

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near New York, NY?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of New York include Brooklyn Bridge Park, Governors Island (N.Y. County), Liberty State Park, Prospect Park, Bush Terminal Piers Park. These spots offer urban park, coastal, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near New York?▼
Birders near New York can spot species including Brant, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Ruddy Duck. The area's 7 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near New York?▼
The best seasons for birding near New York are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near New York?▼
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of New York, NY, ranging from 1.0 to 9.1 miles from the city center.

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