Forest birding habitat

Green Lakes State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Lakes State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Redhead

Aythya americana

6/3/2026Inner Harbor1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

6/3/20261031 Marina Drive, Blossvale, New York, US (43.209, -75.716)1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/2/2026West Shore Trail from Orange parking to the Amphitheater1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

6/1/2026Home - 4810 Cook Rd1 observed

Prairie Warbler

Setophaga discolor

5/31/2026Green Lakes State Park, Fayetteville US-NY 43.04451, -75.990131 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026Joseph F. William Memorial Park1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Three Mile Bay WMA--Fishing Access1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Oneida Shores County Park (general)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/31/2026Oneida Lake, Constantia (Mill St. parking area)1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/30/2026Joseph F. William Memorial Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

55/31/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/31/2026

Common Yellowthroat

25/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

65/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

35/31/2026

Northern House Wren

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

Wood Thrush

35/31/2026

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 Green Lakes State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Green Lakes State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Lakes State Park?
Notable species at Green Lakes State Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Lakes State Park?
Birding at Green Lakes State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Green Lakes State Park?
Green Lakes State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.