Forest birding habitat

East Point Road

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

East Point Road is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Great Blue Heron, and Northern Harrier 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

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Cape Island--CMP--CMBO Northwood Center1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026East Point Lighthouse1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026566 Stipsons Island Road, Woodbine, New Jersey, US (39.188, -74.912)1 observed

American Barn Owl (American)

Tyto furcata

5/30/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/30/2026B&D Gardens1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

5/30/2026Fortescue Beach1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/30/2026Home1 observed

Nelson's Sparrow

Ammospiza nelsoni

5/30/2026Thompson's Beach and Road2 observed

White-winged Dove

Zenaida asiatica

5/30/2026Stevens St. Yard1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/29/2026Glades Wildlife Refuge--Turkey Pt.1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/29/2026Cape Island--Stevens St. Hawkwatching site1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/18/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/18/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

35/18/2026

Willet

25/18/2026

Dunlin

5/18/2026

Least Sandpiper

15/18/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

5/18/2026

Laughing Gull

5/18/2026

American Herring Gull

85/18/2026

Forster's Tern

15/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

45/18/2026

Great Egret

25/18/2026

Osprey

35/18/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/18/2026

Tree Swallow

25/18/2026

Purple Martin

15/18/2026

Barn Swallow

5/18/2026

Marsh Wren

25/18/2026

European Starling

45/18/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/18/2026

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 East Point Road for birding?
The best months to visit East Point Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at East Point Road?
Notable species at East Point Road include American Herring Gull, Great Blue Heron, Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Great Horned Owl. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at East Point Road?
Birding at East Point Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at East Point Road?
East Point Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.