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

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

6/2/2026Heckscher SP, East Islip1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

6/2/2026Heckscher SP, East Islip2 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/2/2026Nickerson Beach Park, Lido Beach US-NY 40.58869, -73.601951 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

6/1/2026Timber Point Golf Course1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/1/2026Uplands Farm Sanctuary1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

6/1/2026Muttontown Preserve2 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

6/1/2026Manhasset - Private: No Access1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/31/2026Sunken Meadow State Park, Northport US-NY (40.9074,-73.2536)1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

5/31/2026Robert Moses SP--Democrat Point1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

5/31/2026225 New York 909E, Wantagh, New York, US (40.59, -73.553)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/2026Connetquot River State Park - North Entrance1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

45/29/2026

Mourning Dove

35/29/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/29/2026

Blue Jay

25/29/2026

Fish Crow

15/29/2026

European Starling

45/29/2026

American Robin

165/29/2026

Cedar Waxwing

45/29/2026

Chipping Sparrow

35/29/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/29/2026

Common Grackle

75/29/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/29/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/29/2026

Canada Goose

325/29/2026

Mallard

155/29/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/29/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

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 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.