Forest birding habitat

High Acres Nature Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

High Acres Nature Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

Loading map...

Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

7/18/2026Irondequoit Bay Park West1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/17/2026142 Parce Avenue, Fairport, New York, US (43.106, -77.447)1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/17/2026Whitney Rd. between Lincoln & Slocum Rds.1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/17/2026Canandaigua Lake, NW corner & Skenoh Island2 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/17/2026Ontario Beach and Charlotte Pier1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/16/2026Atwater Meadows Park3 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/10/2026Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park, Canandaigua1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/10/2026Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park, Canandaigua1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

427/8/2026

Wood Duck

47/8/2026

Mallard

67/8/2026

Mourning Dove

27/8/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/8/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/8/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/8/2026

Osprey

17/8/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/8/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/8/2026

Northern Flicker

37/8/2026

Blue Jay

17/8/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/8/2026

Barn Swallow

37/8/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/8/2026

Gray Catbird

7/8/2026

American Robin

7/8/2026

American Goldfinch

17/8/2026

Song Sparrow

17/8/2026

Swamp Sparrow

17/8/2026

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 High Acres Nature Area for birding?
The best months to visit High Acres Nature Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at High Acres Nature Area?
Notable species at High Acres Nature Area include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at High Acres Nature Area?
Birding at High Acres Nature Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at High Acres Nature Area?
High Acres Nature Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.