Crown Point State Historic Site

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Crown Point State Historic Site is a productive birding destination in New York, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Crow, Common Raven, and Eastern Bluebird among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

American Crow Common Raven Eastern Bluebird American Robin American Tree Sparrow

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/15/2026West Market Rd, Bridport1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

7/13/2026Chapel Pond area1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

7/12/2026Cornwall Swamp WMA--Scove Hill access2 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

7/8/2026Snake Mountain South, TNC Preserve, Cerulean Warbler Spot2 observed

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus americanus

7/8/2026Lower La Chute River & Ticonderoga Marsh1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

7/8/2026Lower La Chute River & Ticonderoga Marsh6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

37/6/2026

Northern Flicker

17/6/2026

American Kestrel

17/6/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/6/2026

Tree Swallow

27/6/2026

European Starling

27/6/2026

American Robin

207/6/2026

American Goldfinch

17/6/2026

Chipping Sparrow

17/6/2026

Song Sparrow

27/6/2026

Baltimore Oriole

17/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/6/2026

Common Grackle

287/6/2026

Mallard

37/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/5/2026

Osprey

57/5/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/5/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Crown Point State Historic Site for birding?▼

The best months to visit Crown Point State Historic Site for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Notable species at Crown Point State Historic Site include American Crow, Common Raven, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin, American Tree Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Birding at Crown Point State Historic Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Crown Point State Historic Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.