flock of black and white birds on green grass field during daytime

Stewart Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Stewart Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 279 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Mallard 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/20/2026Groton Ave. Park, Freeville1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

7/18/2026Myers Point Park1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/17/2026Hile School Rd. wetland, Dryden1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

7/15/2026Lime Hollow--Nature Center and area W of Gracie Rd.1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/13/2026Stupke Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

87/20/2026

Mallard

107/20/2026

Mourning Dove

17/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

607/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

207/20/2026

Osprey

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/20/2026

Purple Martin

47/20/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

27/20/2026

Barn Swallow

37/20/2026

American Robin

17/20/2026

Song Sparrow

17/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/18/2026

Common Grackle

17/18/2026

Gray Catbird

17/17/2026

Green Heron

17/14/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stewart Park for birding?
The best months to visit Stewart Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Stewart Park?
Notable species at Stewart Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Redhead, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser, Blue Jay, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Common Goldeneye. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stewart Park?
Birding at Stewart Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Stewart Park?
There is no entrance fee at Stewart Park. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Stewart Park?
Stewart Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.