Forest birding habitat

Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 254 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mute Swan, American Herring Gull, and Great Blue Heron 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

Saltmarsh Sparrow

Ammospiza caudacuta

6/1/2026Port Mahon Rd.3 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/31/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

5/31/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/31/2026East Point Lighthouse1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

5/31/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge2 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chuck-will's-widow

15/31/2026

Eastern Whip-poor-will

15/31/2026

Clapper Rail

155/31/2026

Willet

15/31/2026

American Barn Owl

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

25/31/2026

Marsh Wren

25/31/2026

Seaside Sparrow

35/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/31/2026

Mallard

15/31/2026

Canada Goose

15/29/2026

Mourning Dove

25/29/2026

Black-bellied Plover

15/29/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/29/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/29/2026

Least Sandpiper

5/29/2026

Laughing Gull

5/29/2026

Forster's Tern

5/29/2026

Snowy Egret

125/29/2026

Great Egret

35/29/2026

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 Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point for birding?
The best months to visit Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point?
Notable species at Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point include Mute Swan, American Herring Gull, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Canada Goose. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point?
Birding at Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point?
Glades Wildlife Refuge - Turkey Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.