Forest birding habitat

Kittatinny Valley State Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kittatinny Valley State Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle, and Red-tailed Hawk 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

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Lake outflow1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Walpack1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

4/18/2026Delaware Water Gap NRA--Millbrook Village1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/16/2026Allamuchy Mountain SP--Waterloo Village Historic Site1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/202633 Swayze Mill Rd, Blairstown US-NJ 40.88046, -75.006991 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/14/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Eastern Meadowlark

Sturnella magna

4/12/2026Beacon Hill Road1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

4/5/2026Budd Lake5 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/5/2026Swartswood SP--Swartswood Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/18/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

14/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

14/18/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/18/2026

Wood Duck

24/8/2026

Ring-necked Duck

24/8/2026

Osprey

14/8/2026

Fish Crow

234/8/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/8/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

54/8/2026

Song Sparrow

14/8/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/8/2026

Palm Warbler

74/8/2026

Mute Swan

14/8/2026

Mallard

44/8/2026

American Black Duck

24/8/2026

Green-winged Teal

64/8/2026

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 Kittatinny Valley State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Kittatinny Valley State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kittatinny Valley State Park?
Notable species at Kittatinny Valley State Park include Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kittatinny Valley State Park?
Birding at Kittatinny Valley State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Kittatinny Valley State Park?
Kittatinny Valley State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.