Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park

Virginia · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Gadwall among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Tundra Swan Gadwall Mallard Green-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

7/21/20265298 Lakeview1 observed

Cory's Shearwater

Calonectris borealis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

Great Shearwater

Ardenna gravis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Beach1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/20/2026Chincoteague NWR--Toms Cove Hook (no access Mar 15-Aug 31)1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Chincoteague NWR--Black Duck Marsh1 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

7/16/2026Chincoteague NWR--Wildlife Loop1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/16/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/15/2026Saxis WMA3 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

7/15/2026Saxis WMA4 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

7/15/2026Chincoteague NWR* (general area)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/13/2026

Laughing Gull

237/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

87/13/2026

Great Egret

17/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

37/13/2026

Purple Martin

37/13/2026

Barn Swallow

17/13/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/13/2026

American Robin

27/13/2026

House Sparrow

17/13/2026

Common Grackle

17/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/13/2026

Rock Pigeon

27/11/2026

Brown Thrasher

17/11/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Virginia Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Virginia →

Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Notable species at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Birding at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.