Forest birding habitat

Walker Avenue Wetlands

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Walker Avenue Wetlands is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/18/2026Richard W. DeKorte Park1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/17/2026My Backyard1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/17/2026Richard W. DeKorte Park1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

7/17/2026Orange Reservoir1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/16/2026Commerce Road Wetlands1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/16/2026West Essex Wetlands, Livingston, New Jersey, US (40.808, -74.344)2 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/15/2026Skyway Golf Course1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

7/15/2026Garret Mountain Reservation (Park)1 observed

Barred Owl

Strix varia

7/13/2026Hatfield Swamp IBA--Great Piece Meadow1 observed

Monk Parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

7/13/2026South Mountain Reservation below Crest Drive1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

7/12/2026Commerce Road Wetlands1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/12/2026South Mountain Reservation below Crest Drive1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/11/2026Monksville Reservoir1 observed

Brown Booby

Sula leucogaster

7/10/2026Newark Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

357/12/2026

Wood Duck

97/12/2026

Mallard

27/12/2026

Killdeer

37/12/2026

Great Egret

27/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Barn Swallow

57/12/2026

European Starling

17/12/2026

Gray Catbird

17/12/2026

American Robin

37/12/2026

House Sparrow

17/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/12/2026

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 Walker Avenue Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Walker Avenue Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Walker Avenue Wetlands?
Notable species at Walker Avenue Wetlands include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Walker Avenue Wetlands?
Birding at Walker Avenue Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Walker Avenue Wetlands?
Walker Avenue Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.