Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island is a productive birding destination in New York, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Cooper's Hawk, Canada Goose, 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/20264718 Bowen Road, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.931, -79.092)4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/6/2026Auto selected 42.93103, -79.091911 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Beaver Island SP3 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Buffalo River Ohio St. Fishing Access Site1 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/5/20262474 Point Abino Road North, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.941, -79.094)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

Canada Goose

363/2/2026

Mallard

233/2/2026

American Black Duck

73/2/2026

Greater Scaup

83/2/2026

Bufflehead

123/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

303/2/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/2/2026

Common Merganser

83/2/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

53/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1003/2/2026

American Herring Gull

303/2/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/2/2026

Iceland Gull

23/2/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/2/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/2/2026

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 Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island for birding?
The best months to visit Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island?
Notable species at Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island include Cooper's Hawk, Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island?
Birding at Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island?
Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.