Turning Point Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Turning Point Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mute Swan, Mallard, and White-winged Scoter among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Mute Swan Mallard White-winged Scoter Hooded Merganser Common Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

7/18/2026Irondequoit Bay Park West1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/17/2026142 Parce Avenue, Fairport, New York, US (43.106, -77.447)1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/17/2026Whitney Rd. between Lincoln & Slocum Rds.1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

7/17/2026Ontario Beach and Charlotte Pier1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

7/15/2026Braddock Bay--Dalheim unit1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/14/2026Braddock Bay Park--Hawk Watch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

67/9/2026

Mallard

27/9/2026

American Herring Gull

17/9/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/9/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/9/2026

Bank Swallow

47/9/2026

Tree Swallow

27/9/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/9/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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New York Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in New York →

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 Turning Point Park for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Turning Point Park?▼

Notable species at Turning Point Park include Mute Swan, Mallard, White-winged Scoter, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Turning Point Park?▼

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

What amenities are available at Turning Point Park?▼

Turning Point Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.