Urban Park birding habitat

Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ruddy Duck 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/23/202611560 NC-55, Grantsboro US-NC 35.14218, -76.830632 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

35/29/2026

Laughing Gull

35/29/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/29/2026

Osprey

15/29/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/29/2026

Fish Crow

15/29/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/29/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/29/2026

Carolina Wren

15/29/2026

European Starling

15/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/29/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

15/29/2026

Common Grackle

15/29/2026

Northern Parula

15/29/2026

Northern Cardinal

15/29/2026

Blue Grosbeak

15/29/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/29/2026

Killdeer

15/29/2026

Least Tern

15/29/2026

Blue Jay

25/29/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding?
The best months to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Notable species at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) include Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Ruddy Duck, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.