Birding Near Newark, NJ

30 birding locations within 50 miles

New Jersey · United States

30

Locations

55+

Species

8

Habitats

2

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Newark

Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

2.7 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands IBA - Kearny Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 232 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New Jersey

4.3 mi away

Easy

Lincoln Park West

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New Jersey

4.8 mi away

Easy

Stephen R. Gregg County Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
a couple of birds standing on top of a lush green field

New Jersey

4.9 mi away

Easy

Richard W. DeKorte Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

6.3 mi away

Moderate

Bayonne Golf Club

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 200 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

6.6 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands District IBA

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 249 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

6.8 mi away

Easy

Liberty State Park

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 304 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New Jersey

7.4 mi away

Moderate

Ocean Terminal - The Peninsula

Coastal birding hotspot in New Jersey with 221 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

7.6 mi away

Moderate

Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 231 recorded species.

WetlandRiver/RiparianSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

New York

8.3 mi away

Moderate

River Road marshes and RR tracks

River/Riparian birding hotspot in New York with 217 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

8.5 mi away

Easy

Clove Lakes Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

8.7 mi away

Challenging

Governors Island (N.Y. County)

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 254 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

8.8 mi away

Moderate

Hackensack Meadowlands Conservation and Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 203 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
A park area with a view of the brooklyn bridge.

New York

9.5 mi away

Easy

Brooklyn Bridge Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

9.8 mi away

Easy

Bush Terminal Piers Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

New Jersey

10.0 mi away

Easy

Meadowlands IBA - Losen Slote Creek Park

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

River/RiparianUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

10.0 mi away

Moderate

Linden Hawk Rise Sanctuary

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 226 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

New Jersey

10.3 mi away

Easy

Hatfield Swamp IBA - West Essex Park

Wetland birding hotspot in New Jersey with 200 recorded species.

WetlandUrban ParkSpringFall
city skyline across body of water during daytime

New York

10.8 mi away

Easy

Central Park

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

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New York

11.3 mi away

Moderate

Fort Wadsworth

Forest birding hotspot in New York with 225 recorded species.

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

New York

11.3 mi away

Easy

Central Park

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

Urban ParkForestSpringFall
a view of a body of water with trees in the background

New Jersey

11.3 mi away

Easy

Garret Mountain Reservation (Park)

Mountain birding hotspot in New Jersey with 232 recorded species.

MountainUrban ParkSpringFall
Lullwater and forested ravine in Prospect Park Brooklyn

New York

11.9 mi away

Easy

Prospect Park

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

Urban ParkForestLakeSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

New York

12.0 mi away

Easy

Prospect Park - Prospect Lake

Lake birding hotspot in New York with 245 recorded species.

LakeUrban ParkSpringFall
Woodland landscape with overgrown fields and trees

New York

12.1 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
Grassland birding habitat

New York

12.2 mi away

Moderate

Miller Field

Grassland birding hotspot in New York with 229 recorded species.

GrasslandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New Jersey

12.7 mi away

Easy

Overpeck County Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New Jersey with 234 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

New York

13.2 mi away

Easy

Great Kills Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in New York with 274 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

New Jersey

13.3 mi away

Moderate

Troy Meadows Natural Area

Forest birding hotspot in New Jersey with 231 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

New York

13.6 mi away

Challenging

Randalls Island

Coastal birding hotspot in New York with 252 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall

Top Species Near Newark

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Great Blue HeronRed-winged BlackbirdMallardGreen HeronVirginia RailCanada GooseMute SwanGadwallGreen-winged TealBuffleheadCedar WaxwingBrantAmerican WigeonNorthern ShovelerAmerican Black DuckAmerican Herring GullAmerican RobinHouse SparrowWhite-throated SparrowNorthern CardinalAmerican KestrelLong-tailed DuckBlack VultureKilldeerBelted Kingfisher+30 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Urban Park16 locations
Wetland10 locations
Forest8 locations
Coastal3 locations
River/Riparian3 locations
Lake2 locations
Mountain1 location
Grassland1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall30 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Newark, NJ?
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Newark include Meadowlands IBA - Kearny Marsh, Lincoln Park West, Stephen R. Gregg County Park, Richard W. DeKorte Park, Bayonne Golf Club. These spots offer wetland, urban park, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near Newark?
Birders near Newark can spot species including Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Gadwall. The area's 8 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Newark?
The best seasons for birding near Newark are Spring and Fall. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Newark?
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Newark, NJ, ranging from 2.7 to 13.6 miles from the city center.