Forest birding habitat

Double Trouble State Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Double Trouble State Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, and Lesser Scaup 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

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

4/18/2026Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/18/2026Whitesbog (Burlington County)1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/18/2026848 Ensign Drive, Lacey Township, New Jersey, US (39.837, -74.152)1 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/18/2026Tracy PL1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

4/17/2026646 Newell Ave, Manahawkin US-NJ 39.66914, -74.244231 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/2026Ocean County Parks Offices1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/17/2026Ocean County Parks Offices1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/17/2026Wawa County Line 3291 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/16/2026643 NJ-72, Barnegat US-NJ 39.79724, -74.377581 observed

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

4/15/2026Barnegat Lighthouse SP1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/15/2026Bayville Yard1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/14/2026Lakewood--Lake Carasaljo & Park1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/13/2026Colliers Mills WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Wood Duck

24/18/2026

Mallard

34/18/2026

Mourning Dove

14/18/2026

Eastern Whip-poor-will

54/18/2026

Killdeer

24/18/2026

Glossy Ibis

114/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/18/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

Tree Swallow

24/18/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/18/2026

American Robin

14/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

94/18/2026

White-throated Sparrow

84/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

34/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/18/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

14/18/2026

Common Yellowthroat

74/18/2026

Pine Warbler

14/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Double Trouble State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Double Trouble State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Double Trouble State Park?
Notable species at Double Trouble State Park include Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, Lesser Scaup, American Herring Gull, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Double Trouble State Park?
Birding at Double Trouble State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Double Trouble State Park?
Double Trouble State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.