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The Celery Farm

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

The Celery Farm is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Black Duck, Turkey Vulture, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/1/20261 De Korte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, New Jersey, US (40.785, -74.106)1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

6/1/2026Yanticaw Park1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/1/2026Sterling Forest SP--Ironwood Drive and environs1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

6/1/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

6/1/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/31/2026Van Cortlandt Park--NW Forest1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/31/2026Inwood Hill Park--Spuyten Duyvil Creek1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Franz Sigel Park1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/31/2026Crotona Park3 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/31/2026Fort Tryon Park1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/31/2026Rockefeller SP Preserve1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/31/2026The Celery Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/1/2026

Green Heron

16/1/2026

Bald Eagle

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

16/1/2026

American Crow

16/1/2026

Tree Swallow

26/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

36/1/2026

Barn Swallow

16/1/2026

House Sparrow

26/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

66/1/2026

Common Grackle

16/1/2026

Canada Goose

66/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

16/1/2026

Chimney Swift

66/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

16/1/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit The Celery Farm for birding?
The best months to visit The Celery Farm for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at The Celery Farm?
Notable species at The Celery Farm include American Black Duck, Turkey Vulture, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Canada Goose, Carolina Wren, American Robin, White-throated Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid). The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at The Celery Farm?
Birding at The Celery Farm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at The Celery Farm?
There is no entrance fee at The Celery Farm. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at The Celery Farm?
The Celery Farm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.