Forest birding habitat

Chimney Bluffs State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chimney Bluffs State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Long-tailed Duck, and Bufflehead 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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

6/3/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Howland Island--West1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

6/3/2026Bear Creek Harbor, Ontario1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

6/2/2026Northern Montezuma WMA (general area)

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/2/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

6/2/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--West Shore Trail (west section)1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Savannah Spring Lake Rd., Carncross Rd. to Martens Tract1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026West Barrier Bar County Park1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/31/2026West Barrier Bar County Park1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/30/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Howland Island--West1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

25/30/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

5/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

5/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Tree Swallow

505/30/2026

Wood Thrush

15/30/2026

American Robin

55/30/2026

Hooded Warbler

25/30/2026

American Redstart

15/30/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Bald Eagle

25/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

25/30/2026

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 Chimney Bluffs State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Chimney Bluffs State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chimney Bluffs State Park?
Notable species at Chimney Bluffs State Park include Canada Goose, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chimney Bluffs State Park?
Birding at Chimney Bluffs State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Chimney Bluffs State Park?
Chimney Bluffs State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.