Forest birding habitat

Old Mine Road IBA (Warren County only)

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Old Mine Road IBA (Warren County only) is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 214 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

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

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

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/17/2026Big Pocono SP1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/16/2026Merrill Creek Reservoir1 observed

Common Merganser (North American)

Mergus merganser

4/15/2026McMichael Creek Greenway2 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/15/2026Lake Minsi1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/202633 Swayze Mill Rd, Blairstown US-NJ 40.88046, -75.006991 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/14/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

84/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

24/18/2026

American Crow

24/18/2026

Fish Crow

14/18/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/18/2026

American Robin

14/18/2026

White-throated Sparrow

4/18/2026

Eastern Towhee

4/18/2026

Louisiana Waterthrush

34/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/18/2026

Canada Goose

84/18/2026

Mallard

64/18/2026

American Black Duck

24/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

34/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/18/2026

Common Raven

14/18/2026

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