River/Riparian birding habitat

Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails is a productive birding destination in New York, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Pileated Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, and Bald Eagle 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/5/2026525 Ford St, Ogdensburg US-NY 44.69905, -75.489271 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

57/7/2026

Trumpeter Swan

47/7/2026

Wood Duck

287/7/2026

Mallard

117/7/2026

Ring-necked Duck

127/7/2026

Virginia Rail

17/7/2026

Common Gallinule

37/7/2026

Wilson's Snipe

57/7/2026

Ring-billed Gull

47/7/2026

Black Tern

397/7/2026

Common Tern

137/7/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

47/7/2026

Common Loon

67/7/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

47/7/2026

Green Heron

17/7/2026

Great Blue Heron

47/7/2026

Bald Eagle

17/7/2026

Barred Owl

17/7/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

67/7/2026

Downy Woodpecker

57/7/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails for birding?
The best months to visit Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails?
Notable species at Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails include Pileated Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails?
Birding at Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails?
Indian Creek Nature Center - Trails offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.