Coastal birding habitat

Beaver Island State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Beaver Island State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Mallard 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

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/21/2026Unity Island--Broderick Park1 observed

Western Chat-Tanager

Calyptophilus tertius

7/21/2026Dyl Diane1 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/20/2026Fort Erie--Jaeger Rocks4 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

7/20/2026Niagara Falls SP--Goat Island1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

7/19/2026St. Catharines--Brock University (Lake Moodie)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/19/2026Snyder Dr.1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/18/2026Niagara--Waterfowl Observation Area1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/17/2026Lyons Creek, Niagara Falls3 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/15/2026Niagara--Queenston (Locust Grove Picnic Area)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/15/2026Lyons Creek, Niagara Falls1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/14/2026Buckhorn Island SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

47/15/2026

Wood Duck

27/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/15/2026

Caspian Tern

27/15/2026

Great Egret

17/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/15/2026

Osprey

17/15/2026

Blue Jay

17/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/15/2026

Purple Martin

77/15/2026

Barn Swallow

17/15/2026

European Starling

17/15/2026

Song Sparrow

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/15/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/15/2026

Mallard

7/13/2026

Common Merganser

7/13/2026

Mourning Dove

7/13/2026

Killdeer

7/13/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

7/13/2026

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 Beaver Island State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Beaver Island State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Beaver Island State Park?
Notable species at Beaver Island State Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Canvasback, Common Merganser. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Beaver Island State Park?
Birding at Beaver Island State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Beaver Island State Park?
Beaver Island State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.