Forest birding habitat

National Park - Dredge Spoils

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

National Park - Dredge Spoils is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/2/2026Graffiti Pier1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

6/1/20261803 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US (39.964, -75.168)1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

6/1/2026Raccoon Creek5 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard1 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

6/1/2026Raccoon Creek1 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

6/1/2026Pennypack on the Delaware2 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

6/1/2026Cumberland St. on the Delaware1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Goldfinch

26/2/2026

House Finch

16/2/2026

Canada Goose

226/1/2026

Chimney Swift

6/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/1/2026

American Robin

46/1/2026

House Sparrow

256/1/2026

Blackpoll Warbler

26/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/1/2026

Laughing Gull

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

26/1/2026

Osprey

16/1/2026

American Crow

46/1/2026

Bank Swallow

36/1/2026

European Starling

96/1/2026

Gray Catbird

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

16/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

16/1/2026

Barn Swallow

96/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

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 National Park - Dredge Spoils for birding?
The best months to visit National Park - Dredge Spoils for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at National Park - Dredge Spoils?
Notable species at National Park - Dredge Spoils include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at National Park - Dredge Spoils?
Birding at National Park - Dredge Spoils is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at National Park - Dredge Spoils?
National Park - Dredge Spoils offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.