Forest birding habitat

Higginsville Road area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Higginsville Road area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood 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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/12/2026St. Michael's Farm Preserve1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/12/2026Rosedale Park1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/12/2026Tohickon Valley Park--Tory Rd.2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/12/2026Trenton-Mercer Airport, Ewing US-NJ 40.27725, -74.806191 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/12/2026Woosamonsa Preserve2 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/11/2026Spruce Run Recreation Area1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/10/2026Willowwood Arboretum (Morris County)1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/9/2026Rosedale Lake1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

7/9/2026Princeton Institute Woods & Charles Rogers Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

17/13/2026

Rock Pigeon

107/13/2026

Mourning Dove

67/13/2026

Chimney Swift

27/13/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

77/13/2026

Bald Eagle

17/13/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Northern Flicker

27/13/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/13/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/13/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

47/13/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/13/2026

Blue Jay

17/13/2026

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