Urban Park birding habitat

Orient Point County Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Orient Point County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Common Eider, White-winged Scoter, and Black Scoter 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

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

6/2/2026Hammock River Marsh Wildlife Area1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

6/2/2026Arshamomaque Preserve1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

6/1/2026Hammonasset Beach SP1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

6/1/2026Hammonasset Beach SP--Meig's Point Parking Lot/Marshes1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/1/2026Hammonasset Beach SP1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

5/31/202641.035820, -71.9556881 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle (torreyi/alabamensis)

Quiscalus major

5/31/2026Hammonasset Beach SP1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/31/2026Skipper Horton Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Chimney Swift

16/1/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

16/1/2026

American Herring Gull

36/1/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

76/1/2026

Least Tern

26/1/2026

Common Tern

306/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

196/1/2026

Osprey

46/1/2026

Bank Swallow

146/1/2026

Barn Swallow

76/1/2026

European Starling

46/1/2026

Gray Catbird

46/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/1/2026

Song Sparrow

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Orient Point County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Orient Point County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Orient Point County Park?
Notable species at Orient Point County Park include Common Eider, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, American Herring Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Orient Point County Park?
Birding at Orient Point County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Orient Point County Park?
Orient Point County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.