Forest birding habitat

Hallock State Park Preserve

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hallock State Park Preserve is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Surf Scoter 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/15/202613115 Main Bayview Rd, Southold US-NY (41.0360,-72.4021)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/15/2026Manorville Hills County Park1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/14/2026Peconic River, Peconic Ave.2 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

4/14/2026Richmond Creek, Southold1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/14/2026Arshamomaque Preserve1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

4/13/2026Hammonasset Beach SP--Meig's Point1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

4/12/2026Hunters Garden, Eastport1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/12/2026Arshamomaque Preserve1 observed

Seaside Sparrow

Ammospiza maritima

4/12/2026Cupsogue Beach County Park2 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

4/11/2026Scallop Pond Preserve1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/9/2026218–226 Pond Ln, Southampton US-NY (40.8814,-72.3929)1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

4/8/20261121 Roanoke Avenue, Riverhead, New York, US (40.93, -72.672)1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

4/6/2026Eastport Lake (aka Seatuck Creek)2 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/5/2026Dune Rd., Road I1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

14/15/2026

Canada Goose

44/15/2026

Surf Scoter

34/15/2026

Black Scoter

14/15/2026

Common Goldeneye

14/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

24/15/2026

Killdeer

24/15/2026

Piping Plover

14/15/2026

Dunlin

44/15/2026

Purple Sandpiper

14/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/15/2026

American Herring Gull

44/15/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

24/15/2026

Red-throated Loon

14/15/2026

Common Loon

34/15/2026

Northern Gannet

14/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/15/2026

Osprey

84/15/2026

American Crow

24/15/2026

Fish Crow

14/15/2026

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