Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline is a productive birding destination in New York, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, and Hairy Woodpecker among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Hairy Woodpecker Pileated Woodpecker Blue Jay

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/17/2026Bluegrass Lane Natural Area1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/17/2026Yaple X McGrath Road Intersection5 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/17/2026Yaple X McGrath Road Intersection2 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/17/2026109 Eastern Heights Dr, Ithaca US-NY 42.42456, -76.455441 observed

Palm Warbler (Western)

Setophaga palmarum

4/17/2026White Church Rd. trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

44/17/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

14/17/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

24/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Northern Flicker

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

54/17/2026

American Crow

44/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/17/2026

Tree Swallow

34/17/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

54/17/2026

Northern House Wren

14/17/2026

American Robin

74/17/2026

House Finch

34/17/2026

Purple Finch

354/17/2026

American Goldfinch

114/17/2026

Chipping Sparrow

34/17/2026

Field Sparrow

14/17/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline for birding?▼

The best months to visit Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?▼

Notable species at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?▼

Birding at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?▼

Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.