Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Black-capped Chickadee, and White-throated Sparrow among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Bald Eagle Black-capped Chickadee White-throated Sparrow Northern Cardinal Red-bellied Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

6/2/2026Bucolic Acres East1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/2/2026Great Vly WMA--West Camp Rd.1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/2/2026Minnewaska SP--Awosting Falls3 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/1/2026597 Abeel St, Kingston US-NY 41.90852, -74.004691 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

6/1/2026Saugerties Lighthouse1 observed

Golden-winged x Blue-winged Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera

6/1/2026Bontecou Wildlife Conservation Preserve1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

6/1/2026Kingston Point Rail Trail, Trolley Section150 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/202636 Willow Cross Road1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Strever Farm Road, Pine Plains1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/29/2026353 Union Center Rd, Ulster Park US-NY 41.85629, -73.983781 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

7505/22/2026

Canada Goose

15/22/2026

Common Nighthawk

85/22/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles

11 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park?▼

Notable species at Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park include Bald Eagle, Black-capped Chickadee, White-throated Sparrow, Northern Cardinal, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park?▼

Birding at Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park?▼

Esopus Meadows Lighthouse Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.