Forest birding habitat

Jake's Landing

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Jake's Landing is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

4/18/202610 47th St, Sea Isle City US-NJ 39.15054, -74.6935924 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/18/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/18/2026Farm1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/18/2026Tuckahoe WMA (Cape May Co.)1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Belleplain SF1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

4/18/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing5 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

4/18/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/18/2026Belleplain SF--Pine Swamp Rd.1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

4/17/2026Cape Island--Higbee Beach WMA1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/17/2026Bevan WMA--Ackley Rd1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/17/2026Cedar Lane Farms1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/17/2026Cape Island--Garrett Family Preserve (TNC)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/17/2026Cape May–Lewes Ferry Terminal1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Black Duck

64/18/2026

Clapper Rail

34/18/2026

Black-bellied Plover

104/18/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/18/2026

Willet

14/18/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

84/18/2026

Laughing Gull

154/18/2026

Forster's Tern

44/18/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/18/2026

Snowy Egret

24/18/2026

Great Egret

44/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/18/2026

Black Vulture

14/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Bald Eagle

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

24/18/2026

American Crow

44/18/2026

Fish Crow

24/18/2026

Barn Swallow

24/18/2026

American Goldfinch

24/18/2026

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