Green Point Wildlife Management Area

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Point Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/6/2026Hannaford2 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/2/2026Town Landing, Damariscotta1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/1/2026Dyer, Sheepscot River Confluence1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

2/28/2026Bowdoin College1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/28/2026Damariscotta Mills Fish Ladder1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

2/28/2026Dodge Road at Spring Hill Farm Road1 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

2/27/202636 Hubbard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

American Crow

32/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

22/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

22/28/2026

House Finch

22/28/2026

American Goldfinch

12/28/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

12/22/2026

Bald Eagle

12/22/2026

Common Raven

12/22/2026

Brown Creeper

12/22/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

242/22/2026

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 Green Point Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Green Point Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Point Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Green Point Wildlife Management Area include Hairy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Point Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Green Point Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Green Point Wildlife Management Area?
Green Point Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.