Coastal birding habitat

Woodlawn Beach State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woodlawn Beach State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Sanderling

Calidris alba

7/20/2026Fort Erie--Jaeger Rocks4 observed

Ruffed Grouse

Bonasa umbellus

7/12/202610180 Partridge Rd, Holland US-NY 42.65081, -78.616611 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/12/202620 Queens Drive1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/11/2026Home1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

7/11/2026Point Abino--Marcy's Woods1 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

7/11/2026Tillman Rd. WMA1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

7/8/2026West Side Rowing Club1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

7/8/2026Fort Erie--Peace Bridge (Ontario side)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Graylag Goose

17/19/2026

Canada Goose

807/19/2026

Common Merganser

67/19/2026

Mourning Dove

17/19/2026

Killdeer

67/19/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

37/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

657/19/2026

American Herring Gull

87/19/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

27/19/2026

Caspian Tern

27/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

87/19/2026

Bald Eagle

27/19/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/19/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/19/2026

Northern Flicker

37/19/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/19/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/19/2026

Blue Jay

17/19/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/19/2026

Bank Swallow

17/19/2026

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 Woodlawn Beach State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Woodlawn Beach State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woodlawn Beach State Park?
Notable species at Woodlawn Beach State Park include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Crow, American Robin. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodlawn Beach State Park?
Birding at Woodlawn Beach State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Woodlawn Beach State Park?
Woodlawn Beach State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.