Coastal birding habitat

Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario is a productive birding destination in New York, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and river/riparian habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, and Common Goldeneye 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

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

6/3/2026Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/2/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

5/31/2026Ontario Beach and Charlotte Pier1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/29/2026Whiting Rd. Nature Preserve1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

5/29/2026Summerville Pier1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/28/2026Beechwood SP1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

5/27/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Palm Warbler (Yellow)

Setophaga palmarum

5/27/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Palm Warbler (Western)

Setophaga palmarum

5/27/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

16/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

66/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

46/3/2026

American Robin

16/3/2026

Song Sparrow

26/3/2026

Baltimore Oriole

16/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

26/3/2026

Killdeer

16/3/2026

American Herring Gull

36/3/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/3/2026

Merlin

16/3/2026

Fish Crow

16/3/2026

European Starling

16/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

16/3/2026

House Sparrow

16/3/2026

American Goldfinch

16/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/3/2026

Common Grackle

26/3/2026

Ovenbird

16/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/3/2026

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 Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario for birding?
The best months to visit Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario?
Notable species at Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario include Greater Scaup, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye, Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario?
Birding at Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario?
Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.