Coastal birding habitat

Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site)

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) is a productive birding destination in New York, with 287 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canvasback, Hooded Merganser, and Ring-billed Gull 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

5/31/2026Braddock Bay Park--Hawk Watch2 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/31/2026Cook Rd conifer plantations1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/2026100 Moscow Road, Hamlin, New York, US (43.35, -77.903)1 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

5/31/2026Braddock Bay--West Spit1 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

5/31/2026Braddock Bay--West Spit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

65/29/2026

Mute Swan

15/29/2026

Ring-billed Gull

755/29/2026

American Herring Gull

125/29/2026

Caspian Tern

65/29/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

105/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/29/2026

Bald Eagle

15/29/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/29/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/29/2026

Northern Flicker

15/29/2026

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Willow Flycatcher

45/29/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/29/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/29/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/29/2026

Blue Jay

55/29/2026

American Crow

35/29/2026

Fish Crow

35/29/2026

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 Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) for birding?
The best months to visit Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site)?
Notable species at Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) include Canvasback, Hooded Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, American Crow, American Robin. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site)?
Birding at Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site)?
Hamlin Beach State Park - Parking Lot No. 4 (Primary Lakewatch site) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.