Higginsville Road area

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Snow Goose Canada Goose Wood Duck Mallard American Black Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/18/2026Dixon-Fleming Farm, Kingwood1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Princeton Institute Woods & Charles Rogers Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

4/18/2026Round Valley Recreation Area4 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026Backyard/Princeton1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/18/2026P-T rd

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/18/2026Baldpate Mountain--Ted Stiles Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

84/18/2026

Wood Duck

14/18/2026

Mallard

24/18/2026

American Black Duck

14/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

124/18/2026

Common Merganser

44/18/2026

Rock Pigeon

44/18/2026

Mourning Dove

64/18/2026

Chimney Swift

54/18/2026

Killdeer

24/18/2026

Wilson's Snipe

34/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/18/2026

Black Vulture

14/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/18/2026

Bald Eagle

14/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/18/2026

Belted Kingfisher

24/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

54/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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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.