Wetland birding habitat

Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
WetlandRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/22/2026McCarren Park1 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

7/22/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge2 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

7/22/2026Breezy Point Tip1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/22/2026Prospect Park1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

7/22/2026Freshkills Park--North Park (Phase l)1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/21/2026Point View Reservoir1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

7/21/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/21/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/21/2026Prospect Park--Prospect Lake1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/21/2026307 Nelson Ct, Edgewater US-NJ 40.80986, -73.982921 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

7/21/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond, south end1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/21/2026Irwin Park

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/21/2026Prospect Park1 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

7/21/2026Plumb Beach1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

277/16/2026

Mallard

507/16/2026

Mourning Dove

57/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/16/2026

Least Sandpiper

207/16/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

5007/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

27/16/2026

American Herring Gull

97/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/16/2026

Snowy Egret

117/16/2026

Great Egret

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

17/16/2026

Fish Crow

27/16/2026

Barn Swallow

27/16/2026

European Starling

157/16/2026

Gray Catbird

27/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/16/2026

American Robin

47/16/2026

Cedar Waxwing

27/16/2026

House Sparrow

257/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Notable species at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead. The area supports wetland, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Birding at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.