Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park

Maine · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Common Eider, Surf Scoter, and White-winged Scoter 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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/6/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/5/2026Dyer Point1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/5/2026Allagash Brewing Co.2 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026River Point Conservation Area, Falmouth1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Mill Creek Cove1 observed

Brown-headed Cowbird

Molothrus ater

3/4/2026102 Tuttle Rd Yard, Cumberland1 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/4/202604050, Long Island US-ME (43.6875,-70.1620)

Merlin

Falco columbarius

3/3/2026Spurwink Marsh at Sawyer Road1 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

3/3/2026Spurwink River Crossing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Eider

503/6/2026

Surf Scoter

63/6/2026

White-winged Scoter

43/6/2026

Black Scoter

203/6/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/6/2026

Razorbill

13/6/2026

American Herring Gull

33/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/6/2026

Common Loon

73/6/2026

Great Cormorant

13/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/5/2026

Horned Grebe

13/5/2026

Red-necked Grebe

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

53/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park for birding?
The best months to visit Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park?
Notable species at Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park include Common Eider, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park?
Birding at Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park?
Portland Head Light - Fort Williams Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.