Lake birding habitat

Culvers Lake

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Culvers Lake is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Lake outflow1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Walpack1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/18/2026Delaware Water Gap NRA--Millbrook Village1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/16/2026Allamuchy Mountain SP--Waterloo Village Historic Site1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/14/2026Wallkill River NWR--Owens Station Crossing1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/14/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/13/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/5/2026Swartswood SP--Swartswood Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/17/2026

Mallard

14/17/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/17/2026

Bufflehead

254/17/2026

Mourning Dove

24/17/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

14/17/2026

Bald Eagle

14/17/2026

Fish Crow

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

604/17/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/17/2026

Barn Swallow

24/17/2026

Northern House Wren

14/17/2026

American Robin

34/17/2026

House Sparrow

4/17/2026

House Finch

24/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/17/2026

Song Sparrow

14/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

4/17/2026

Common Grackle

4/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Culvers Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Culvers Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Culvers Lake?
Notable species at Culvers Lake include Mourning Dove, Bald Eagle, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Culvers Lake?
Birding at Culvers Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Culvers Lake?
Culvers Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.