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Myers Point

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Myers Point is a productive birding destination in New York, with 274 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/2/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

6/2/2026Sapsucker Woods Rd.1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

6/2/2026FROG BARN - 91 Sapsucker Woods Rd1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

6/2/2026Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve (FLLT)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

6/2/2026Salt Point Natural Area2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/1/2026Tareyton Drive yards1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/1/2026Myers Point1 observed

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/1/2026Myers Point1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

6/1/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

226/2/2026

Mallard

16/2/2026

Common Merganser

26/2/2026

Killdeer

16/2/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

26/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

46/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

16/2/2026

Osprey

36/2/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/2/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Tree Swallow

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

66/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/2/2026

European Starling

56/2/2026

American Robin

86/2/2026

House Sparrow

26/2/2026

American Goldfinch

16/2/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Myers Point for birding?
The best months to visit Myers Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Myers Point?
Notable species at Myers Point include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, Blue Jay, Common Goldeneye, American Coot, Great Black-backed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Myers Point?
Birding at Myers Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Myers Point?
There is no entrance fee at Myers Point. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Myers Point?
Myers Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.