Montezuma - Carncross Road

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Montezuma - Carncross Road is a productive birding destination in New York, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mallard among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Trumpeter Swan Mallard Ring-necked Duck Common Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

7/19/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Railroad Rd. Marshes1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

7/18/2026102 Swift Street, Waterloo, New York, US (42.912, -76.854)2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

7/18/2026West Barrier Bar County Park1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher (griseus)

Limnodromus griseus

7/13/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Railroad Rd. Marshes2 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher (hendersoni)

Limnodromus griseus

7/13/2026Montezuma (NMWMA)--Railroad Rd. Marshes1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/18/2026

Blue Jay

17/18/2026

Tree Swallow

107/18/2026

Barn Swallow

107/18/2026

Wood Thrush

17/18/2026

American Robin

17/18/2026

Savannah Sparrow

27/18/2026

Song Sparrow

47/18/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

207/18/2026

Common Grackle

87/18/2026

Canada Goose

47/12/2026

Mallard

37/12/2026

Common Gallinule

27/12/2026

Sandhill Crane

17/12/2026

Killdeer

17/12/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Osprey

27/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Montezuma - Carncross Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Montezuma - Carncross Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Montezuma - Carncross Road?▼

Notable species at Montezuma - Carncross Road include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Common Merganser. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Montezuma - Carncross Road?▼

Birding at Montezuma - Carncross Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Montezuma - Carncross Road?▼

Montezuma - Carncross Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.