Urban Park birding habitat

Upper Lisle County Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Upper Lisle County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Common Merganser, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Northern Flicker 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/18/2026119 Yaple Rd, Berkshire US-NY (42.3464,-76.2882)30 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/18/2026500-798 King Street, Barker, New York, US (42.293, -75.915)1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/18/2026Turkey Hill SF1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

4/18/2026Level Green Road, OUR YARD3 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/17/2026Yaple X McGrath Road Intersection2 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/17/2026217 Yarns Road, Whitney Point, New York, US (42.413, -75.899)1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

4/16/2026Triangle SF1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/16/2026Tom Dunn Rd Walk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/17/2026

Common Merganser

14/17/2026

Ruffed Grouse

24/17/2026

Virginia Rail

14/17/2026

Ring-billed Gull

304/17/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/17/2026

Bald Eagle

64/17/2026

Belted Kingfisher

24/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

24/17/2026

Northern Flicker

64/17/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/17/2026

Blue Jay

24/17/2026

American Crow

44/17/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/17/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/17/2026

Tree Swallow

504/17/2026

Barn Swallow

104/17/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

54/17/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

14/17/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Upper Lisle County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Upper Lisle County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Upper Lisle County Park?
Notable species at Upper Lisle County Park include Common Merganser, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Robin, Canada Goose. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Upper Lisle County Park?
Birding at Upper Lisle County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Upper Lisle County Park?
Upper Lisle County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.