Coastal birding habitat

Lakeside Beach State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lakeside Beach State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

6/2/2026Iroquois NWR--Mallard Overlook4 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP--Boat Launch1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

6/2/2026Golden Hill SP - Countyline Rd1 observed

Cerulean Warbler

Setophaga cerulea

6/1/2026Redman Rd. & Rte 18 (Hamlin)1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

6/1/2026Rte.18/countylineNov 1, 2020 10:02 PM 43.347, -78.4641 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/31/2026Iroquois NWR--Oak Orchard Ridge Rd.1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/31/2026Cook Rd conifer plantations1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/2026100 Moscow Road, Hamlin, New York, US (43.35, -77.903)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

455/31/2026

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/31/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

25/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

2205/31/2026

American Herring Gull

155/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1755/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Bald Eagle

25/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Belted Kingfisher

25/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

45/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

35/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

45/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lakeside Beach State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lakeside Beach State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lakeside Beach State Park?
Notable species at Lakeside Beach State Park include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lakeside Beach State Park?
Birding at Lakeside Beach State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lakeside Beach State Park?
Lakeside Beach State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.