Forest birding habitat

Round Valley Recreation Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Round Valley Recreation Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

4/18/2026D&L blow out

Ovenbird

Seiurus aurocapilla

4/18/2026Dixon-Fleming Farm, Kingwood1 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/18/2026Lord Stirling Park1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary2 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

4/18/2026Round Valley Recreation Area4 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/18/2026Higginsville Road area1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/18/2026Lord Stirling Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/18/2026Lord Stirling Park3 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/18/2026Home2 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/17/2026Lord Stirling Park1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/17/2026Near Lonely Cottage and Marienstein roads, Nockamixon Twp.1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Mill Pond Rd1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

4/17/2026DJK neighborhood1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/17/2026Round Valley Recreation Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/18/2026

Mallard

34/18/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/18/2026

Mourning Dove

34/18/2026

Horned Grebe

14/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/18/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/18/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

34/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/18/2026

Blue Jay

114/18/2026

American Crow

44/18/2026

Fish Crow

14/18/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

34/18/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/18/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

24/18/2026

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 Round Valley Recreation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Round Valley Recreation Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Round Valley Recreation Area?
Notable species at Round Valley Recreation Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Round Valley Recreation Area?
Birding at Round Valley Recreation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Round Valley Recreation Area?
Round Valley Recreation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.