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

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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

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

6/3/2026FROG BARN - 91 Sapsucker Woods Rd1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

6/3/2026Griggs Gulf SF1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/2/2026Danby SF--Michigan Hollow Rd.1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

6/2/2026Sapsucker Woods Rd.1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

6/2/2026Lindsay-Parsons Biodiversity Preserve (FLLT)1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

6/2/2026Salt Point Natural Area2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/1/2026Tareyton Drive yards1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/1/2026Myers Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

156/1/2026

Purple Martin

66/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/1/2026

American Robin

26/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

16/1/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

European Starling

15/31/2026

Common Grackle

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/31/2026

Wood Duck

55/30/2026

Common Merganser

15/30/2026

Chimney Swift

215/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

35/30/2026

American Herring Gull

105/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

285/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

American Crow

15/30/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/30/2026

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.