Beavertail State Park

Rhode Island · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Beavertail State Park is a productive birding destination in Rhode Island, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Common Eider, and Harlequin Duck 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

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/5/202638 Marine Ave, Jamestown US-RI 41.49396, -71.383131 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/4/2026The Narrows, Narragansett4 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/2/2026Trustom Pond NWR--Moonstone Beach1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026Black Point Fishing Area1 observed

Dovekie

Alle alle

2/28/2026Camp Cronin Fishing Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

83/4/2026

Common Eider

23/4/2026

Harlequin Duck

63/4/2026

White-winged Scoter

43/4/2026

Black Scoter

373/4/2026

Bufflehead

73/4/2026

American Herring Gull

33/4/2026

Horned Grebe

23/4/2026

Common Loon

43/4/2026

Great Cormorant

63/4/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

European Starling

33/4/2026

American Robin

83/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

Wood Duck

23/4/2026

Long-tailed Duck

13/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

43/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beavertail State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Beavertail State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Beavertail State Park?
Notable species at Beavertail State Park include Brant, Common Eider, Harlequin Duck, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Beavertail State Park?
Birding at Beavertail State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Beavertail State Park?
Beavertail State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.