Westport Longshore Club Park

Connecticut · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Westport Longshore Club Park is a productive birding destination in Connecticut, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, and Bufflehead among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Greater Scaup Bufflehead Red-breasted Merganser Common Loon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

3/6/2026Long Beach1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Old Field Point and Lighthouse1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Oak Lawn Cemetery1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/2/2026Backyard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

603/4/2026

Greater Scaup

23/4/2026

Bufflehead

103/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Common Loon

13/4/2026

Merlin

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/4/2026

American Robin

23/4/2026

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
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Westport Longshore Club Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Westport Longshore Club Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Westport Longshore Club Park?▼

Notable species at Westport Longshore Club Park include Canada Goose, Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Common Loon. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Westport Longshore Club Park?▼

Birding at Westport Longshore Club Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Westport Longshore Club Park?▼

Westport Longshore Club Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.