Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, American Black Duck, and Common Eider 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Barcadia Campground1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Setophaga coronata

2/26/2026Acadia NP--Blueberry Hill1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/26/2026Acadia NP--Schoodic Institute Campus1 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

2/25/2026Knox Road1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

2/24/202636 Indian Point Rd, Bar Harbor US-ME 44.39933, -68.339431 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/24/2026Prospect Harbor Point1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

2/23/2026Duck Cove Base1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/23/2026Manchester Point (Private)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/22/2026Hulls Cove1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

133/3/2026

American Black Duck

373/3/2026

Common Eider

133/3/2026

Black Scoter

303/3/2026

Bufflehead

33/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

103/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

43/3/2026

American Herring Gull

1073/3/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

113/3/2026

Bald Eagle

13/3/2026

American Crow

63/3/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/3/2026

Snow Bunting

13/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

123/3/2026

White-winged Scoter

13/2/2026

Long-tailed Duck

53/2/2026

Red-throated Loon

13/2/2026

Common Loon

43/2/2026

Great Cormorant

93/1/2026

American Wigeon

52/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area for birding?
The best months to visit Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Notable species at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area include Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Black Scoter, Bufflehead. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Birding at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area?
Acadia National Park - Seawall Picnic Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.