Coastal birding habitat

Niagara Falls State Park - Goat Island

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

6/2/2026715 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York, US (42.904, -78.873)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

6/2/2026Happy Rolph's1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

6/2/20265 Louis Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, CA (43.205, -79.216)2 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/2/2026Wainfleet Bog1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

6/2/2026Willson Road south of Garringer Rd, Wainfleet1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/2/2026Willson Road south of Garringer Rd, Wainfleet1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

6/2/2026stakeout Western Kingbird, Youngstown-Wilson Rd., Youngstown (2025)1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/2/2026Willodell by Schisler1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

6/2/2026Hulbert Road south end1 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

6/1/2026Joseph Davis SP1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

6/1/2026Four Mile Creek SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/2/2026

Canada Goose

266/2/2026

Mallard

16/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

6/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

26/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

European Starling

506/2/2026

American Robin

206/2/2026

House Sparrow

26/2/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

306/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/2/2026

Barn Swallow

256/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

36/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/30/2026

Gray Catbird

15/30/2026

Rock Pigeon

45/29/2026

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.