Coastal birding habitat

Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road is a productive birding destination in New York, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Black Vulture 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

6/2/2026Mountain Turnpike Rd, Catskill US-NY 42.20530, -73.977131 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/2/2026Great Vly WMA--West Camp Rd.1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

6/1/2026597 Abeel St, Kingston US-NY 41.90852, -74.004691 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

6/1/2026Saugerties Lighthouse1 observed

Golden-winged x Blue-winged Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera

6/1/2026Bontecou Wildlife Conservation Preserve1 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

6/1/2026Kingston Point Rail Trail, Trolley Section150 observed

Bicknell's Thrush

Catharus bicknelli

5/31/2026Mink Hollow Rd to Plateau Mt. 42.14339, -74.157971 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Strever Farm Road, Pine Plains1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

5/29/2026353 Union Center Rd, Ulster Park US-NY 41.85629, -73.983781 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/27/2026Kingston Point Rail Trail, Trolley Section3 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/25/2026Rhinecliff Landing Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

16/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

26/1/2026

Marsh Wren

16/1/2026

Gray Catbird

26/1/2026

Veery

26/1/2026

Wood Thrush

36/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

56/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

American Redstart

36/1/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

36/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

16/1/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

36/1/2026

Canada Goose

15/22/2026

Wood Duck

25/22/2026

Mourning Dove

35/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/22/2026

Osprey

25/22/2026

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 Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road for birding?
The best months to visit Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road?
Notable species at Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road?
Birding at Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road?
Tivoli Bays Wildlife Management Area - Cruger Island Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.