Hile School Road wetland, Dryden

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hile School Road wetland, Dryden is a productive birding destination in New York, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts American Crow, Red-tailed Hawk, 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

American Crow Red-tailed Hawk Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Pileated Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/14/2026Groton Ave. Park, Freeville1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/13/2026Stupke Pond1 observed

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

7/12/2026The Shops at Ithaca Mall21 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/10/2026Cornell Lane, Harford1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/10/2026Myers Point2 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/7/2026Myers Park, Lansing US-NY (42.5371,-76.5479)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/6/2026195–211 Hunt Hill Rd, Ithaca US-NY (42.4319,-76.3670)3 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/1/2026Hanshaw Rd. fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

407/13/2026

Blue-winged Teal

17/13/2026

Mallard

117/13/2026

Mourning Dove

17/13/2026

Black-billed Cuckoo

17/13/2026

Virginia Rail

17/13/2026

Green Heron

57/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

57/13/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/13/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Northern Flicker

37/13/2026

Willow Flycatcher

27/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/13/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

47/13/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/13/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/13/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/13/2026

Blue Jay

17/13/2026

American Crow

37/13/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hile School Road wetland, Dryden for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hile School Road wetland, Dryden for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hile School Road wetland, Dryden?▼

Notable species at Hile School Road wetland, Dryden include American Crow, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hile School Road wetland, Dryden?▼

Birding at Hile School Road wetland, Dryden is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hile School Road wetland, Dryden?▼

Hile School Road wetland, Dryden offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.