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

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/30/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/30/2026168 GSR - Yard2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/30/2026NY:TOM:Lansing: Myers Pt2 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/30/2026Salt Point Natural Area1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

5/30/2026Sapsucker Woods--Wilson Trail North2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/30/2026Myers Point1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher (griseus)

Limnodromus griseus

5/30/2026Myers Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/30/2026

Wood Duck

55/30/2026

Blue-winged Teal

45/30/2026

Mallard

25/30/2026

Hooded Merganser

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Common Gallinule

15/30/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

15/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Alder Flycatcher

25/30/2026

American Crow

25/30/2026

Common Raven

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/30/2026

Tree Swallow

15/30/2026

Marsh Wren

15/30/2026

Eastern Bluebird

15/30/2026

American Robin

15/30/2026

Cedar Waxwing

35/30/2026

Song Sparrow

45/30/2026

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.