Woodland Beach

Delaware · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woodland Beach is a productive birding destination in Delaware, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and forest habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, and Bald Eagle 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

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/6/2026Bombay Hook NWR--Bear Swamp observation tower trail1 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/6/2026Whitehall Neck Rd.1 observed

Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Duck Creek Rd1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026144 Seeley Rd, Bridgeton US-NJ (39.5033,-75.2413)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

103/6/2026

Song Sparrow

23/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

1123/6/2026

Common Grackle

53/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

22/28/2026

Bufflehead

22/26/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Blue Jay

12/26/2026

House Sparrow

42/26/2026

House Finch

22/26/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/26/2026

Greater Scaup

42/22/2026

Lesser Scaup

172/22/2026

Long-tailed Duck

12/22/2026

American Herring Gull

42/22/2026

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 Woodland Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Woodland Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woodland Beach?
Notable species at Woodland Beach include Red-breasted Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, Bald Eagle, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodland Beach?
Birding at Woodland Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woodland Beach?
Woodland Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.