Reed's Beach and Road

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

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

Lesser Scaup Snow Goose Greater Scaup Mourning Dove Ring-billed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

7/15/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/13/2026200 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.12807, -74.823931 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

7/13/2026Stone Harbor Blvd--The Wetlands Institute1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

7/12/2026Stipson Island Rd.2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

207/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/15/2026

White Ibis

107/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/15/2026

Canada Goose

217/15/2026

Mute Swan

27/15/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/15/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/15/2026

Blue Jay

17/15/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/15/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/15/2026

Mourning Dove

17/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/15/2026

Osprey

17/15/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/15/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/15/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/15/2026

American Crow

17/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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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.