Coastal birding habitat

Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Brant, Black Scoter, and Mourning Dove 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

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

4/18/2026Manalapn NJ1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

4/18/2026Sandy Hook--C Lot & Beach1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

4/18/2026Bush Terminal Piers Park1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026Backyard/Princeton1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

504/17/2026

Canada Goose

24/17/2026

American Black Duck

154/17/2026

Bufflehead

254/17/2026

Mourning Dove

14/17/2026

Laughing Gull

604/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

254/17/2026

American Herring Gull

44/17/2026

Great Egret

24/17/2026

Osprey

14/17/2026

American Crow

34/17/2026

European Starling

34/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/17/2026

American Robin

84/17/2026

House Sparrow

44/17/2026

House Finch

24/17/2026

Savannah Sparrow

34/17/2026

Song Sparrow

44/17/2026

Eastern Towhee

14/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/17/2026

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 Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats for birding?
The best months to visit Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats?
Notable species at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats include Brant, Black Scoter, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats?
Birding at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats?
Raritan Bay Waterfront Park & Morgan Avenue Mudflats offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.