Wetland birding habitat

Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
WetlandRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and river/riparian habitat attracts Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe, and Bonaparte's Gull among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/20/2026Jordan Game Land--New Hope Creek (Chatham Co. Seasonal Mudflats)1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

7/20/2026Jordan Game Land--New Hope Creek (Chatham Co. Seasonal Mudflats)2 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/20/2026Jordan Game Land--New Hope Creek (Chatham Co. Seasonal Mudflats)1 observed

American Coot

Fulica americana

7/18/2026Jordan Lake--Highway 641 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

7/18/2026Jordan Game Land--Transis Camp Rd (general area)1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/18/2026Meadow View Area (Birding From Roads Only)1 observed

Painted Bunting

Passerina ciris

7/16/2026734 Kendall Circle, Raleigh, North Carolina, US (35.776, -78.663)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

27/18/2026

Killdeer

37/18/2026

Great Egret

157/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/18/2026

Osprey

27/18/2026

Bald Eagle

17/18/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

17/18/2026

Fish Crow

17/18/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/18/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/18/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/18/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/18/2026

Barn Swallow

37/18/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

17/18/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/18/2026

Carolina Wren

27/18/2026

Chipping Sparrow

27/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats for birding?
The best months to visit Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats?
Notable species at Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats include Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe, Bonaparte's Gull, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant. The area supports wetland, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats?
Birding at Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats?
Jordan Game Land - Northeast Creek Marsh & Seasonal Mudflats offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.