Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Black Scoter, American Herring Gull, and Snow Goose among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Black Scoter American Herring Gull Snow Goose Canada Goose Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--CMBO Northwood Center1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

5/31/2026Cape Island--SCMM--Cove Pool1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/31/2026Prime Hook NWR--Dike Trail (formerly Observation Point Trail)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/31/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026East Point Lighthouse1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026566 Stipsons Island Road, Woodbine, New Jersey, US (39.188, -74.912)1 observed

American Barn Owl (American)

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/30/2026B&D Gardens1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/30/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Gordon's Pond Trail north1 observed

Nelson's Sparrow

Ammospiza nelsoni

5/30/2026Thompson's Beach and Road2 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Stevens St. Yard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Plover

15/18/2026

Willet

25/18/2026

Red Knot

125/18/2026

Laughing Gull

125/18/2026

American Herring Gull

35/18/2026

Least Tern

45/18/2026

Forster's Tern

355/18/2026

Common Loon

15/18/2026

Northern Gannet

15/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

125/18/2026

Osprey

35/18/2026

American Crow

15/18/2026

Prairie Warbler

15/18/2026

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach?▼

Notable species at Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach include Black Scoter, American Herring Gull, Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach?▼

Birding at Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach?▼

Cape Island - CMP - Alexander Avenue dunes/beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.