Stone Harbor Point
New Jersey · Northeast
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Stone Harbor Point is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Purple Sandpiper, and Ring-billed Gull 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-necked Stilt
Himantopus mexicanus
American Barn Owl
Tyto furcata
Black-necked Stilt (Black-necked)
Himantopus mexicanus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Mourning Dove
American Oystercatcher
Black-bellied Plover
Semipalmated Plover
Piping Plover
Short-billed Dowitcher
Willet
Ruddy Turnstone
Red Knot
Sanderling
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Laughing Gull
American Herring Gull
Great Black-backed Gull
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Black Skimmer
Least Tern
Gull-billed Tern
Forster's Tern
Common Tern
Birding Tips
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Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
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Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
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Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary
- The Wetlands Institute
- Nummy Island
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