Bennetts Pier Road

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bennetts Pier Road is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and American Black Duck 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

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/4/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge6 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

3/3/20264269–4537 Mud Mill Rd, Camden Wyoming US-DE (39.0683,-75.6678)1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

3/3/2026Prime Hook NWR--Fowler Beach Rd./Fowler Beach1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/2026Bennett Yard B13 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

3/3/202614187–14199 Oyster Rocks Rd, Milton US-DE 38.78743, -75.213697 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Prome Hook Beach Rd1 observed

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/2/2026Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

2012/21/2026

Canada Goose

502/21/2026

American Black Duck

52/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

22/21/2026

Greater Scaup

22/21/2026

Bufflehead

62/21/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

22/21/2026

Mourning Dove

82/21/2026

Killdeer

32/21/2026

Sanderling

52/21/2026

Dunlin

582/21/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

12/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3002/21/2026

American Herring Gull

562/21/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

32/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

32/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/21/2026

Northern Harrier

52/21/2026

Bald Eagle

42/21/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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