Lake birding habitat

Lake of the Lilies

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake of the Lilies is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Murray Grove1 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

5/31/2026Auto selected 40.14189, -73.886201 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Brick Township (deCamp WildlifeTrail)2 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/29/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/29/2026Island Beach SP (please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

5/28/2026Dorbrook Recreation Area, Colts Neck US-NJ 40.29340, -74.130631 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/28/2026Manasquan River WMA (Ridge Rd Access, Ocean Co)1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

5/28/2026Island Beach SP (please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

5/28/2026Island Beach SP (please consider using more specific locations)1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/28/2026Due Process (Private Property)1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/27/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/26/2026Cattus Island County Park1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/26/2026Point Pleasant backroads (River to Beaverdamn)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

355/30/2026

Mute Swan

235/30/2026

Mallard

25/30/2026

Mourning Dove

35/30/2026

Chimney Swift

25/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Osprey

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

125/30/2026

European Starling

55/30/2026

American Robin

35/30/2026

House Sparrow

5/30/2026

House Finch

35/30/2026

Song Sparrow

15/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

85/30/2026

Common Grackle

15/30/2026

American Herring Gull

45/29/2026

Laughing Gull

25/26/2026

Ring-billed Gull

65/26/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

55/26/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake of the Lilies for birding?
The best months to visit Lake of the Lilies for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake of the Lilies?
Notable species at Lake of the Lilies include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake of the Lilies?
Birding at Lake of the Lilies is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake of the Lilies?
Lake of the Lilies offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.