Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge

Rhode Island · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is a productive birding destination in Rhode Island, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Brant, American Black Duck, and Greater Scaup 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

3/6/202638 Marine Ave, Jamestown US-RI 41.49395, -71.383141 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/4/2026The Narrows, Narragansett4 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/2026King Farm (Private)1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026Black Point Fishing Area1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/1/2026King Farm (Private)1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/1/2026Lee River Drive, Swansea1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

2/28/2026Perry's Mill Pond (SKLT)1 observed

Dovekie

Alle alle

2/28/2026Camp Cronin Fishing Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

163/4/2026

American Black Duck

33/4/2026

Greater Scaup

603/4/2026

Common Eider

93/4/2026

Harlequin Duck

93/4/2026

Black Scoter

393/4/2026

Bufflehead

173/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

33/4/2026

Horned Grebe

33/4/2026

Common Loon

13/4/2026

Merlin

13/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/4/2026

White-winged Scoter

33/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

American Herring Gull

53/4/2026

Great Cormorant

13/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge for birding?
The best months to visit Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Notable species at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge include Brant, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Common Eider, Harlequin Duck. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Birding at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.