Kittatinny Valley State Park

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Turkey Vulture Bald Eagle Red-tailed Hawk Pileated Woodpecker American Crow

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

6/1/2026South Branch Preserve (Mt. Olive Twp)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/1/2026Ridge Road Power Lines (Restricted Access)1 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

6/1/2026Old Mine Road IBA:Worthington SF--Campground Rd, north section1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Randolph Trails1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/31/2026Mahlon Dickerson Reservation1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/29/2026Old Mine Road IBA:Worthington SF--Campground Rd, north section1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

245/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Green Heron

25/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

35/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

45/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

Wood Thrush

15/31/2026

American Robin

55/31/2026

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

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles

11 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

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.