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Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)

Maryland · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
WetlandCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal 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

Great Blue HeronRed-winged BlackbirdMallardGreen HeronVirginia Rail

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/5/20263461 Worcester Highway, Snow Hill, Maryland, US (38.127, -75.455)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/4/2026Ocean City Inlet1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/24/2026Ocean City Inlet1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

2/24/2026Ocean City Inlet1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

2/21/2026Walmart Retention Pond2 observed

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.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) for birding?▼
The best months to visit Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼
Notable species at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼
Birding at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail)?▼
Assateague I. National Seashore - Bayside peninsula (point, campground & marsh trail) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.