Wetland birding habitat

Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Turkey Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

6/1/2026Assunpink WMA1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/1/2026Rancocas Creek Drive1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

6/1/2026Rancocas Creek Drive1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

6/1/2026Burrs Mill Road1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

5/30/2026Warner Lake (roadside access only, formerly Manor Lake)2 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/30/2026Colliers Mills WMA1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/30/2026Franklin Parker Preserve--Goodwater1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/29/20265219 8th Street (Camp Dix), Fort Dix, New Jersey, US (Restricted Access)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

5/29/2026Camp DIX1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/29/2026Hamilton Veterans Park1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/28/2026Manasquan River WMA (Ridge Rd Access, Ocean Co)1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/28/2026Lakewood--Lake Carasaljo & Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

65/30/2026

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/30/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

55/30/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/30/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Blue Jay

15/30/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/30/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/30/2026

Barn Swallow

45/30/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/30/2026

Gray Catbird

25/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/30/2026

Eastern Bluebird

25/30/2026

American Robin

105/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area include American Herring Gull, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-headed Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area?
Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.