Terrell River County Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

River/RiparianUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Terrell River County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Wood Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mute Swan Wood Duck Gadwall Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/2/2026Cupsogue Beach County Park1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/1/2026EPCAL (Grumman)--Line Road1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

6/1/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Royal Tern

Thalasseus maximus

5/31/2026Cupsogue Beach County Park2 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

5/31/2026Broad Cove Preserve2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

5/31/2026Drew Tower1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

166/1/2026

Mallard

26/1/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

16/1/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Eastern Kingbird

16/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

16/1/2026

Gray Catbird

136/1/2026

American Robin

126/1/2026

Eastern Towhee

26/1/2026

Baltimore Oriole

26/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

26/1/2026

Common Grackle

16/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

46/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

46/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/1/2026

Canada Goose

35/30/2026

Gadwall

15/30/2026

Glossy Ibis

15/30/2026

Great Egret

35/30/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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New York Birding Guide

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Terrell River County Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Terrell River County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Terrell River County Park?▼

Notable species at Terrell River County Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Terrell River County Park?▼

Birding at Terrell River County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Terrell River County Park?▼

Terrell River County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.