Garret Mountain Reservation (Park)
New Jersey · Northeast
Easy
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Garret Mountain Reservation (Park) is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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
Northern Waterthrush
Parkesia noveboracensis
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Lincoln's Sparrow
Melospiza lincolnii
Wilson's Warbler
Cardellina pusilla
Hooded Merganser
Lophodytes cucullatus
Boat-tailed Grackle
Quiscalus major
Green-winged Teal (American)
Anas crecca
Cliff Swallow
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Black Scoter
Melanitta americana
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
Mourning Dove
Chimney Swift
Turkey Vulture
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Eastern Warbling Vireo
Blue Jay
Tufted Titmouse
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
European Starling
Gray Catbird
Northern Mockingbird
Wood Thrush
American Robin
House Sparrow
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
- 2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
- 3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
- 4
Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Rifle Camp Park
- Great Falls National Historical Park
- Lambert Castle
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