Coastal birding habitat

Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club

Virginia · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

6/3/2026Chincoteague NWR--Visitor Center1 observed

Wilson's Storm-Petrel

Oceanites oceanicus

6/2/2026the hook2 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

6/2/2026the hook5 observed

Sooty Shearwater

Ardenna grisea

6/2/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

6/2/2026Figgs Landing Rd.4 observed

Northern Gannet

Morus bassanus

6/2/2026BS-CNWR NewNOSV1 observed

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

5/31/2026Saxis WMA1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Pitts Landing1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

5/27/2026Saxis WMA--Hammock Boat Ramp1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/27/2026Chincoteague Island Nature Trail1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

5/27/2026Assateague Island (Virginia)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/3/2026

Mourning Dove

46/3/2026

Laughing Gull

206/3/2026

White Ibis

226/3/2026

Little Blue Heron

16/3/2026

Green Heron

26/3/2026

Great Egret

16/3/2026

Fish Crow

106/3/2026

Purple Martin

206/3/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

16/3/2026

Carolina Wren

26/3/2026

European Starling

66/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/3/2026

House Sparrow

46/3/2026

Common Grackle

126/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

46/3/2026

Blue Grosbeak

26/3/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/2/2026

Brown Thrasher

16/2/2026

Canada Goose

76/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club for birding?
The best months to visit Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club?
Notable species at Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club?
Birding at Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club?
Captain's Cove Golf & Yacht Club offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.