Wetland birding habitat

Heislerville Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Heislerville Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 279 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Gadwall 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

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/20/202620 W Atlantic Ave, Villas US-NJ 39.02852, -74.934921 observed

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

7/20/2026Turkey Point Rd. Bald Eagle Trail1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/20/2026Glades Wildlife Refuge--Turkey Pt.1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/19/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/19/2026Villas--Cox Hall Creek WMA1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

7/19/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/16/2026East Point Lighthouse

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

307/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

67/20/2026

Great Egret

17/20/2026

Black Vulture

27/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

87/20/2026

Osprey

47/20/2026

Bald Eagle

27/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

27/20/2026

Carolina Wren

17/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

67/20/2026

Mute Swan

27/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/16/2026

Mourning Dove

57/16/2026

Laughing Gull

7/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/16/2026

American Herring Gull

57/16/2026

Forster's Tern

7/16/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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