Milford Neck

Delaware · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Milford Neck is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed Vireo Scarlet Tanager Pileated Woodpecker Wood Thrush Ovenbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Cape Henlopen SP--The Point1 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

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/27/2026779 Mosley Rd, Milford US-DE (39.0129,-75.4126)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

2/27/2026Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Delaware Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Delaware →

Birding Guides

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

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Milford Neck for birding?▼

The best months to visit Milford Neck for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Milford Neck?▼

Notable species at Milford Neck include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Milford Neck?▼

Birding at Milford Neck is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Milford Neck?▼

Milford Neck offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.