Fort Foster Park, Kittery

Maine · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Fort Foster Park, Kittery is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, 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

Canada Goose American Black Duck Common Eider Surf Scoter Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/6/2026US-New Hampshire-East Kingston-10 Autumn Lane - 42.943x-70.991 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/6/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch2 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Rye Harbor SP (Ragged Neck)1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/5/2026Backyard, Berwick1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/5/202628 Old Pine Hill Rd S, Berwick US-ME 43.26952, -70.851491 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/5/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (leucophrys)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Dunn Farm, Berwick1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026806 Main St., South Eliot4 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026Spinney Lane and Durham Reservoir1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/4/2026Rt. 1A, Second Pullout South of Odiorne Point, Rye1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

572/28/2026

American Black Duck

32/28/2026

Common Eider

12/28/2026

Surf Scoter

12/28/2026

Bufflehead

102/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

42/28/2026

American Herring Gull

42/28/2026

Common Loon

42/28/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

42/28/2026

Brown Creeper

32/28/2026

American Robin

152/28/2026

Song Sparrow

12/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Foster Park, Kittery for birding?▼

The best months to visit Fort Foster Park, Kittery for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Fort Foster Park, Kittery?▼

Notable species at Fort Foster Park, Kittery include Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Surf Scoter, Bufflehead. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Fort Foster Park, Kittery?▼

Birding at Fort Foster Park, Kittery is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Fort Foster Park, Kittery?▼

Fort Foster Park, Kittery offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.