Coastal birding habitat

Corson's Inlet State Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Corson's Inlet State Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

4/18/202610 47th St, Sea Isle City US-NJ 39.15054, -74.6935924 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/18/2026Farm1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/18/2026Tuckahoe WMA (Cape May Co.)1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Belleplain SF1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

4/18/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/18/2026Belleplain SF--Pine Swamp Rd.1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

4/17/2026A&J Mobile Home Park Unit 20 My Yard1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/17/2026Cedar Lane Farms1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

4/16/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

4/16/2026Longport--11th St & Atlantic Ave jetties1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

4/15/202639 N Acorn Ln, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.10856, -74.823071 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

44/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

44/18/2026

Mourning Dove

54/18/2026

American Oystercatcher

54/18/2026

Black-bellied Plover

14/18/2026

Willet

34/18/2026

Sanderling

184/18/2026

Laughing Gull

124/18/2026

American Herring Gull

284/18/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

124/18/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

74/18/2026

Forster's Tern

34/18/2026

Common Loon

34/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/18/2026

Snowy Egret

34/18/2026

Great Egret

14/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/18/2026

Song Sparrow

14/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Corson's Inlet State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Corson's Inlet State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Corson's Inlet State Park?
Notable species at Corson's Inlet State Park include Brant, Mallard, Bufflehead, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Corson's Inlet State Park?
Birding at Corson's Inlet State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Corson's Inlet State Park?
Corson's Inlet State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.