Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill)

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) is a productive birding destination in New York, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Brant Canada Goose Mute Swan Mallard American Black Duck

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Park--Tribeca Upland (Chambers to W Houston St.)3 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Central Park2 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/6/2026Liberty SP2 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

103/6/2026

Mallard

63/6/2026

Horned Grebe

23/6/2026

Northern Harrier

33/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

1302/28/2026

Mute Swan

12/28/2026

American Black Duck

202/28/2026

Greater Scaup

502/28/2026

Bufflehead

292/28/2026

Ruddy Duck

702/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

362/28/2026

American Herring Gull

142/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

32/28/2026

Blue Jay

22/28/2026

American Crow

12/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill)?▼

Notable species at Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) include Brant, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill)?▼

Birding at Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill)?▼

Shirley Chisholm State Park (Fountain Avenue Landfill) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.