Forest birding habitat

Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 247 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Flicker, American Crow, and Fish Crow 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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/18/2026Fort Mott SP & Finns Point NC1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Nine Foot Rd.1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/18/2026Old Bohemia WMA--Telegraph Rd. entrance2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Creek Rd.1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Clay Creek SP--Creek Rd.1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/17/2026White Clay Creek State Preserve, Landenberg US-PA 39.76604, -75.766501 observed

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/17/2026Fair Hill NRMA1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/17/2026First State NHP--Brandywine Valley Unit1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/16/2026Bucktoe Creek Preserve (restricted access/private)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Mallard

24/18/2026

Killdeer

14/18/2026

Ring-billed Gull

44/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

34/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

Fish Crow

74/18/2026

Tree Swallow

14/18/2026

Barn Swallow

34/18/2026

European Starling

14/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/18/2026

American Robin

14/18/2026

House Sparrow

14/18/2026

House Finch

24/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/18/2026

Song Sparrow

14/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

14/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

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 Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC?
Notable species at Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC include Northern Flicker, American Crow, Fish Crow, Fox Sparrow, Song Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC?
Birding at Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC?
Fort Mott State Park & Finns Point NC offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.