Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is a productive birding destination in New York, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, and Great Black-backed Gull among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Ring-billed Gull American Herring Gull Great Black-backed Gull Glaucous Gull Lesser Black-backed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

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

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

5/31/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd., FLT Creek Area1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/30/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/30/2026168 GSR - Yard2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

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

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

5/30/2026Sapsucker Woods--Wilson Trail North2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/30/2026Myers Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

295/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

American Herring Gull

295/31/2026

Black Vulture

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

535/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

American Crow

555/31/2026

Tree Swallow

15/31/2026

Barn Swallow

65/31/2026

European Starling

195/31/2026

Wood Thrush

15/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

American Goldfinch

15/31/2026

Savannah Sparrow

15/31/2026

Song Sparrow

55/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

75/31/2026

Common Grackle

25/31/2026

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

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Notable species at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost include Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Glaucous Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Birding at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost?▼

Stevenson Road Game Farm and Compost offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.