Coastal birding habitat

Owasco Lake inlet area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Owasco Lake inlet area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

Loading map...

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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/31/2026Lake Road, South Bend to Bluffs1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/31/2026Lake Road, South Bend to Bluffs1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/31/2026735 Ridge Rd, Lansing US-NY 42.55853, -76.568221 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/31/20268237 Main St, Interlaken US-NY 42.62562, -76.721271 observed

Common Tern (hirundo/tibetana)

Sterna hirundo

5/31/2026FLX Marine (private), Union Springs6 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/31/2026Lime Hollow--Nature Center and area W of Gracie Rd.1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

5/30/2026NY:TOM:Lansing: Myers Pt2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/30/2026Myers Point1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher (griseus)

Limnodromus griseus

5/30/2026Myers Point1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

5/29/2026Owasco Lake inlet area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

105/31/2026

Mourning Dove

45/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

505/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

55/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Bald Eagle

15/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

45/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Veery

15/31/2026

American Robin

55/31/2026

House Finch

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

35/31/2026

Swamp Sparrow

15/31/2026

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 Owasco Lake inlet area for birding?
The best months to visit Owasco Lake inlet area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Owasco Lake inlet area?
Notable species at Owasco Lake inlet area include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Owasco Lake inlet area?
Birding at Owasco Lake inlet area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Owasco Lake inlet area?
Owasco Lake inlet area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.