Lake birding habitat

Belmont Lake State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Belmont Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Gadwall 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Tackapausha Museum and Preserve1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

4/17/2026Backyard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/17/2026New Hyde Park Yard: Nassau County1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

4/17/2026Blydenburgh Park1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

4/17/2026Cammanns Pond Park1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Oceanside Marine Nature Study Area1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/17/2026Frank Melville Memorial Park and Mill Pond1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End 21 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End 21 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

4/17/2026Humes Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/17/2026

Laughing Gull

14/17/2026

American Robin

64/17/2026

House Sparrow

34/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

44/17/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/17/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/17/2026

Mute Swan

14/17/2026

Wood Duck

64/17/2026

Mallard

234/17/2026

American Black Duck

24/17/2026

Mourning Dove

24/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/17/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Northern Flicker

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

154/17/2026

Fish Crow

14/17/2026

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