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Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays)

Maine · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) is a productive birding destination in Maine, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

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

White-crowned Sparrow (leucophrys)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Dunn Farm, Berwick1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/2/2026Ocean Ave. Ext., York beach, ME1 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/2/2026Parsons Beach2 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/1/2026Short Sand Beach1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/1/2026Dover Community Trail--Transportation Center to Fisher St.1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

2/28/2026Wells Reserve at Laudholm1 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

2/28/2026Blackberry Hill Road, Berwick1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

2/28/2026Ten Rod Road residence1 observed

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays)?▼
Notable species at Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays)?▼
Birding at Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays)?▼
Sanford Lagoons (open Mon. - Fri., 8 am - 3 pm, closed weekends and holidays) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.