Forest birding habitat

Caumsett State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Caumsett State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Mockingbird, and American Robin 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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/18/2026Marshlands Conservancy1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/18/2026Sellecks Woods/Dunlap Lake1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/18/2026Muttontown Preserve1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

4/18/2026Scofieldtown Park2 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/17/20267 Banksville Road, North Castle, New York, US (41.131, -73.682)1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/17/2026Home2 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

4/17/2026Pelham Bay Park1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

4/17/2026Pelham Bay Park1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/17/2026Tackapausha Museum and Preserve1 observed

Veery

Catharus fuscescens

4/17/2026Marshlands Conservancy1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/17/2026Marshlands Conservancy1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/17/2026Marshlands Conservancy2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Merganser

44/16/2026

American Herring Gull

24/16/2026

Common Loon

14/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/16/2026

Great Egret

14/16/2026

Osprey

24/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Blue Jay

74/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/16/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/16/2026

European Starling

4/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/16/2026

American Robin

4/16/2026

American Goldfinch

4/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

4/16/2026

White-throated Sparrow

24/16/2026

Eastern Towhee

34/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

4/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

4/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Caumsett State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Caumsett State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Caumsett State Park?
Notable species at Caumsett State Park include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Mockingbird, American Robin, House Sparrow, Song Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Caumsett State Park?
Birding at Caumsett State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Caumsett State Park?
Caumsett State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.