Coastal birding habitat

Fair Haven Beach State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fair Haven Beach State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 258 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Mute Swan 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/1/2026Sodus Point beach and channel area1 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

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

5/31/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Carncross Rd.1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/30/2026Sterling Nature Center1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/29/2026YARD 43.2826553, -76.80223611 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

5/28/2026Savannah Spring Lake Rd., Carncross Rd. to Martens Tract2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/27/2026

Mute Swan

45/27/2026

Killdeer

25/27/2026

Ring-billed Gull

145/27/2026

Caspian Tern

25/27/2026

Osprey

15/27/2026

Northern Flicker

15/27/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

35/27/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/27/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/27/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/27/2026

Barn Swallow

35/27/2026

European Starling

45/27/2026

Gray Catbird

35/27/2026

American Robin

105/27/2026

American Goldfinch

25/27/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/27/2026

Song Sparrow

35/27/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/27/2026

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 Fair Haven Beach State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Fair Haven Beach State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fair Haven Beach State Park?
Notable species at Fair Haven Beach State Park include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fair Haven Beach State Park?
Birding at Fair Haven Beach State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fair Haven Beach State Park?
Fair Haven Beach State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.