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

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

4/17/2026Cape Island--Higbee Beach WMA1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/17/2026Bevan WMA--Ackley Rd1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/17/2026Cedar Lane Farms1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/17/2026Cape Island--Garrett Family Preserve (TNC)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/17/2026Cape May–Lewes Ferry Terminal1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

4/16/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

4/16/2026

Glossy Ibis

14/16/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

34/16/2026

Great Egret

54/16/2026

Osprey

64/16/2026

Bald Eagle

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

24/16/2026

Barn Swallow

34/16/2026

Seaside Sparrow

4/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

4/16/2026

Green-winged Teal

244/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

American Herring Gull

44/16/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

14/16/2026

Forster's Tern

54/16/2026

Northern Harrier

14/16/2026

Canada Goose

24/16/2026

Willet

54/16/2026

Laughing Gull

54/16/2026

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.