Seapowet Marsh

Rhode Island · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Seapowet Marsh is a productive birding destination in Rhode Island, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

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

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/2/2026Veterans Memorial Way, New Bedford US-MA 41.65779, -70.919331 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/1/2026I-195 E, Swansea US-MA (41.7679,-71.2420)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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

162/28/2026

Canada Goose

4502/28/2026

American Wigeon

22/28/2026

American Black Duck

452/28/2026

Greater Scaup

252/28/2026

Common Eider

32/28/2026

Surf Scoter

1202/28/2026

White-winged Scoter

32/28/2026

Black Scoter

252/28/2026

Bufflehead

502/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

702/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

22/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

102/28/2026

Wild Turkey

202/28/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

12/28/2026

Mourning Dove

372/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

302/28/2026

American Herring Gull

2002/28/2026

Horned Grebe

22/28/2026

Common Loon

32/28/2026

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 Seapowet Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Seapowet Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Seapowet Marsh?
Notable species at Seapowet Marsh include Brant, Canada Goose, American Wigeon, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Seapowet Marsh?
Birding at Seapowet Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Seapowet Marsh?
Seapowet Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.