Forest birding habitat

Golden Hill State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Golden Hill State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Canvasback, and Long-tailed Duck 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

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

6/2/2026Feeder Road, Basom US-NY 43.11707, -78.431631 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/2/2026Iroquois NWR--Mallard Overlook4 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

6/2/2026Lytle Nature Preserve

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP--Boat Launch1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

6/1/2026Rte.18/countylineNov 1, 2020 10:02 PM 43.347, -78.4641 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

6/1/2026Iroquois NWR--Kumpf Marsh1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

166/2/2026

Mute Swan

16/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

166/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

26/2/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Blue Jay

16/2/2026

American Crow

16/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/2/2026

Bank Swallow

106/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

26/2/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/2/2026

American Goldfinch

26/2/2026

Song Sparrow

16/2/2026

Eastern Towhee

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/2/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/2/2026

American Redstart

16/2/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/2/2026

Blackpoll Warbler

16/2/2026

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