Lake birding habitat

Mountain Lake

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
LakeMountain
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mountain Lake is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This lake and mountain habitat attracts Great Horned Owl, American Robin, and White-throated Sparrow 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

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/18/202615–29 Mill Pond Rd, Washington US-NJ 40.74915, -75.003852 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026White Lake outflow1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Old Mine Road IBA (Warren County only)1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

4/18/2026Round Valley Recreation Area4 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/18/2026East Bangor Wetland Complex3 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/17/2026Zmoda's yard1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/17/2026Round Valley Recreation Area1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

4/17/2026Spruce Run Recreation Area1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026Nazareth Borough Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Mockingbird

14/13/2026

Mallard

44/13/2026

American Herring Gull

14/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

74/13/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/13/2026

Blue Jay

34/13/2026

American Crow

14/13/2026

Tree Swallow

34/13/2026

Barn Swallow

14/13/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/13/2026

American Robin

14/13/2026

House Sparrow

44/13/2026

House Finch

14/13/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/13/2026

Song Sparrow

34/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/13/2026

Ring-necked Duck

64/5/2026

Bufflehead

74/5/2026

Common Merganser

14/5/2026

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 Mountain Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Mountain Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mountain Lake?
Notable species at Mountain Lake include Great Horned Owl, American Robin, White-throated Sparrow, Northern Cardinal. The area supports lake, mountain habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mountain Lake?
Birding at Mountain Lake is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Mountain Lake?
Mountain Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.