Coney Island Creek Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalRiver/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Coney Island Creek Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 257 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, and Black Scoter 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)4 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)19 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)2 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026New York, New York, US (40.799, -73.975)1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/6/2026Liberty Island/Statue of Liberty (NY County)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.3 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

12/28/2026

Surf Scoter

22/28/2026

Black Scoter

102/28/2026

Bufflehead

12/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

2/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/28/2026

Brant

42/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

2/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

22/28/2026

American Herring Gull

2/28/2026

Horned Grebe

22/28/2026

Red-throated Loon

12/28/2026

Common Loon

22/28/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/28/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

12/28/2026

American Black Duck

12/27/2026

White-winged Scoter

22/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

32/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Coney Island Creek Park for birding?
The best months to visit Coney Island Creek Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Coney Island Creek Park?
Notable species at Coney Island Creek Park include Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, Black Scoter, Bufflehead, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports coastal, river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Coney Island Creek Park?
Birding at Coney Island Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Coney Island Creek Park?
Coney Island Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.