Boland Pond

New York · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird Directions

Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boland Pond is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, and American Black Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Gadwall Mallard American Black Duck Green-winged Teal Common Merganser

Live Bird Data

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

147/14/2026

Mallard

97/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/14/2026

Northern Flicker

17/14/2026

Blue Jay

47/14/2026

House Finch

17/14/2026

American Goldfinch

27/14/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

17/14/2026

Swamp Sparrow

17/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

37/14/2026

Indigo Bunting

17/14/2026

Wood Duck

107/8/2026

Mourning Dove

17/8/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/8/2026

American Crow

37/8/2026

Common Raven

27/8/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

17/8/2026

Marsh Wren

37/8/2026

Carolina Wren

17/8/2026

European Starling

17/8/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boland Pond for birding?▼

The best months to visit Boland Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Boland Pond?▼

Notable species at Boland Pond include Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Common Merganser. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Boland Pond?▼

Birding at Boland Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Boland Pond?▼

Boland Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.