Corson's Inlet State Park

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Brant Mallard Bufflehead Rock Pigeon Mourning Dove

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/19/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

7/19/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

7/19/2026North Atlantic Ocean US-Mid-Atlantic States (39.2409,-74.3582)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/13/2026200 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.12807, -74.823931 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/13/2026Stone Harbor Blvd--The Wetlands Institute1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

127/20/2026

Mourning Dove

67/20/2026

Clapper Rail

27/20/2026

American Oystercatcher

17/20/2026

Semipalmated Plover

87/20/2026

Piping Plover

17/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/20/2026

Willet

67/20/2026

Sanderling

47/20/2026

Least Sandpiper

127/20/2026

Laughing Gull

407/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/20/2026

American Herring Gull

27/20/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

27/20/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

37/20/2026

Least Tern

37/20/2026

Forster's Tern

67/20/2026

Common Tern

207/20/2026

Royal Tern

87/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

37/20/2026

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

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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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.