Coastal birding habitat

North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Greater Scaup, and Black Scoter 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

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/21/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/21/2026Cape Island--CMPSP--Hawkwatch Platform1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/20/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/19/2026Villas--Cox Hall Creek WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

217/14/2026

Piping Plover

17/14/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

57/14/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

17/14/2026

Least Sandpiper

57/14/2026

Laughing Gull

127/14/2026

American Herring Gull

67/14/2026

Black Skimmer

67/14/2026

Least Tern

247/14/2026

Common Tern

47/14/2026

Sandwich Tern

17/14/2026

Royal Tern

297/14/2026

Brown Pelican

27/14/2026

Barn Swallow

27/14/2026

Great Egret

27/10/2026

Osprey

27/10/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall for birding?
The best months to visit North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall?
Notable species at North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall include Brant, Greater Scaup, Black Scoter, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall?
Birding at North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall?
North Wildwood - Hereford Inlet/Seawall offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.