Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 261 species recorded on eBird. This 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/6/2026Stevens Street-yard2 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/6/2026Indian River Inlet2 observed

American Herring x Glaucous Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x hyperboreus

3/6/2026Cape Henlopen SP--Herring Point1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

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

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh?
Notable species at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh?
Birding at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh?
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - Broadkill Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.