Forest birding habitat

Halifax Road

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Halifax Road is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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 Scoter

Melanitta americana

6/2/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/1/2026Halifax Road1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/1/2026Sterling Forest SP--Ironwood Drive and environs1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

6/1/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/1/2026Sterling Forest SP--Ironwood Drive (right-of-way)1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/31/2026Rockefeller SP Preserve1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/31/2026The Celery Farm1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/31/2026The Celery Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

26/1/2026

Wood Duck

36/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Chimney Swift

16/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

16/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

46/1/2026

Bald Eagle

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

American Crow

26/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

26/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

26/1/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

26/1/2026

Carolina Wren

36/1/2026

Gray Catbird

16/1/2026

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 Halifax Road for birding?
The best months to visit Halifax Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Halifax Road?
Notable species at Halifax Road include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Halifax Road?
Birding at Halifax Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Halifax Road?
Halifax Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.