Coastal birding habitat

Sunset Bay Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sunset Bay Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

6/3/2026Scriba Town Park Rd, Oswego US-NY 43.52273, -76.384571 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/2/2026Selkirk Shores SP--Pine Grove Boat Launch1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

6/2/2026Rice Creek Biological Field Station1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

6/2/2026Derby Hill Hawk Watch--North Lookout1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/31/2026Lake Neatahwanta1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/30/2026Sterling Nature Center1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

5/29/20263307–3333 CR-15, Pulaski US-NY 43.63104, -76.189912 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/26/2026Derby Hill Hawk Watch--North Lookout1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/26/2026NFC Station21 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

5/25/2026Derby Hill Hawk Watch--North Lookout2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

15/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/26/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/26/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/26/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/26/2026

Northern House Wren

15/26/2026

Veery

15/26/2026

Wood Thrush

15/26/2026

American Robin

15/26/2026

American Goldfinch

15/26/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/26/2026

Eastern Towhee

15/26/2026

Ovenbird

15/26/2026

Mourning Warbler

15/26/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/26/2026

American Redstart

15/26/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/26/2026

Common Merganser

15/25/2026

American Herring Gull

55/25/2026

Caspian Tern

15/25/2026

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 Sunset Bay Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sunset Bay Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sunset Bay Park?
Notable species at Sunset Bay Park include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunset Bay Park?
Birding at Sunset Bay Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sunset Bay Park?
Sunset Bay Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.