Lake birding habitat

Wreck Pond

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wreck Pond is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mute Swan, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Murray Grove1 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

5/31/2026Auto selected 40.14189, -73.886201 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

5/31/2026Silver Lake and Ferruggiaro Park1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/31/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Brick Township (deCamp WildlifeTrail)2 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

5/31/2026Big Brook Park Bradevelt Station Section1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/30/2026Big Brook Park1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/29/2026Island Beach SP--Reed's Road1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

5/28/2026Manasquan River WMA (Ridge Rd Access, Ocean Co)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Laughing Gull

15/29/2026

Osprey

25/29/2026

American Robin

35/29/2026

Cedar Waxwing

25/29/2026

Song Sparrow

25/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/29/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/29/2026

Canada Goose

65/29/2026

Mute Swan

25/29/2026

Mallard

95/29/2026

Glossy Ibis

125/29/2026

Snowy Egret

15/29/2026

Great Egret

35/29/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

15/29/2026

Fish Crow

15/29/2026

Tree Swallow

15/29/2026

Purple Martin

15/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wreck Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Wreck Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wreck Pond?
Notable species at Wreck Pond include Mute Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wreck Pond?
Birding at Wreck Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wreck Pond?
Wreck Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.