Coastal birding habitat

Stipson Island Road

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stipson Island Road is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron, and Turkey Vulture 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

4/18/202610 47th St, Sea Isle City US-NJ 39.15054, -74.6935924 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/18/2026Cape Island--South Cape May Meadows (SCMM)1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/18/2026Farm1 observed

Great Crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus crinitus

4/18/2026Tuckahoe WMA (Cape May Co.)1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Belleplain SF1 observed

Black Skimmer

Rynchops niger

4/18/2026Cape Island--CMP--Coral Ave. dune crossing5 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

4/18/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830371 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/18/2026Belleplain SF--Pine Swamp Rd.1 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

4/17/2026Cape Island--Higbee Beach WMA1 observed

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/17/2026Bevan WMA--Ackley Rd1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

4/17/2026Cedar Lane Farms1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/17/2026Cape Island--Garrett Family Preserve (TNC)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/17/2026Cape May–Lewes Ferry Terminal1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

4/16/2026

Glossy Ibis

14/16/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

34/16/2026

Great Egret

54/16/2026

Osprey

64/16/2026

Bald Eagle

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

24/16/2026

Barn Swallow

34/16/2026

Seaside Sparrow

4/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

4/16/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

84/16/2026

Dunlin

14/16/2026

Forster's Tern

24/16/2026

Snowy Egret

34/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/16/2026

Canada Goose

24/16/2026

Wild Turkey

24/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Laughing Gull

124/16/2026

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 Stipson Island Road for birding?
The best months to visit Stipson Island Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Stipson Island Road?
Notable species at Stipson Island Road include Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, American Robin, White-throated Sparrow. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stipson Island Road?
Birding at Stipson Island Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Stipson Island Road?
Stipson Island Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.