Forest birding habitat

Kingston Point

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Kingston Point is a productive birding destination in New York, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Bicknell's Thrush

Catharus bicknelli

5/31/2026Mink Hollow Rd to Plateau Mt. 42.14339, -74.157971 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Strever Farm Road, Pine Plains1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/29/2026353 Union Center Rd, Ulster Park US-NY 41.85629, -73.983781 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/27/2026Kingston Point Rail Trail, Trolley Section3 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/25/2026Rhinecliff Landing Park2 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/25/2026Rhinecliff Station8 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/25/2026Rhinecliff Station1 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

5/25/2026Rhinecliff Landing Park6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Spotted Sandpiper

25/31/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

25/31/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

15/31/2026

Least Sandpiper

15/31/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

105/31/2026

Canada Goose

5/31/2026

Mute Swan

15/31/2026

Mallard

5/31/2026

Mourning Dove

5/31/2026

Chimney Swift

5/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

45/31/2026

Great Egret

45/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

45/31/2026

Osprey

45/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

5/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

5/31/2026

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 Kingston Point for birding?
The best months to visit Kingston Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Kingston Point?
Notable species at Kingston Point include American Wigeon, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kingston Point?
Birding at Kingston Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kingston Point?
Kingston Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.