Coastal birding habitat

Reed's Beach and Road

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Reed's Beach and Road is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 275 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Lesser Scaup, Snow Goose, and Greater Scaup 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

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

6/3/2026Martha’s home (private)1 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

6/3/20261st Avenue, Estell Manor, New Jersey, US (39.332, -74.852)1 observed

Anhinga

Anhinga anhinga

6/3/2026Villas--Cox Hall Creek WMA1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/3/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

6/2/2026Stipson Island Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

6/2/2026Weatherby Rd--Tarkiln Pond & vicinity1 observed

Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)

Himantopus mexicanus

6/2/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

10006/2/2026

Common Loon

16/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

256/2/2026

Osprey

26/2/2026

American Goldfinch

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

156/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Mourning Dove

36/2/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

256/2/2026

American Herring Gull

156/2/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

126/2/2026

Forster's Tern

16/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/2/2026

House Sparrow

16/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Common Grackle

76/2/2026

Clapper Rail

16/1/2026

Least Tern

16/1/2026

Great Egret

16/1/2026

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 Reed's Beach and Road for birding?
The best months to visit Reed's Beach and Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Reed's Beach and Road?
Notable species at Reed's Beach and Road include Lesser Scaup, Snow Goose, Greater Scaup, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Reed's Beach and Road?
Birding at Reed's Beach and Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Reed's Beach and Road?
Reed's Beach and Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.