Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 285 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, Mourning Dove, and Greater Yellowlegs 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

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/5/2026Indian River Inlet2 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

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

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/1/2026Cape Island--WCM--Crawford House14 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/1/2026Prime Hook NWR--Headquarters area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Merganser

12/28/2026

Mourning Dove

22/28/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

12/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

22/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

22/28/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

12/28/2026

Carolina Wren

12/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

Cedar Waxwing

42/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

12/28/2026

Song Sparrow

42/28/2026

Eastern Towhee

12/28/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

72/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

32/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond?
Notable species at Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond include Red-breasted Merganser, Mourning Dove, Greater Yellowlegs, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond?
Birding at Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond?
Cape Henlopen State Park - Gordon's Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.