a view of a city with a bridge in the foreground

Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Parking $10 (summer), free off-season

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station is a productive birding destination in New York, with 303 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Greater Scaup 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

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

7/17/2026Canarsie Beach Park1 observed

Ruff

Calidris pugnax

7/17/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

7/16/2026Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge--East Pond, south end1 observed

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

7/16/2026Jones Beach - Coast Guard Station1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/16/2026Creedmore State Hospital1 observed

Curlew Sandpiper

Calidris ferruginea

7/16/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

7/16/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1207/17/2026

Rock Pigeon

27/17/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Willet

27/17/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

17/17/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/17/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

1507/17/2026

Laughing Gull

3007/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

127/17/2026

American Herring Gull

47/17/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

17/17/2026

Least Tern

17/17/2026

Common Tern

257/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

207/17/2026

Tree Swallow

17/17/2026

European Starling

107/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/17/2026

American Robin

27/17/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

247/17/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

17/17/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Consider purchasing an annual parks pass if you plan to visit multiple times.

  5. 5

    Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station for birding?
The best months to visit Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station?
Notable species at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station include Brant, Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Black Scoter, Bufflehead, American Woodcock, European Starling, Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay, American Robin, Common Grackle, Northern Cardinal. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station?
Birding at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station?
The entrance fee at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station is Parking $10 (summer), free off-season. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station?
Jones Beach State Park - Coast Guard Station offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.