Black Hill Regional Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Black Hill Regional Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/6/2026Needwood Mansion, pond and trails2 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Yonder's Run1 observed

Red-flanked Bluetail

Tarsiger cyanurus

3/4/2026Great Falls Park1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/2/2026Larriland Farm Pond1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/2/2026Monocacy National Battlefield--Ford Loop Trail4 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/1/2026Algonkian Regional Park--Sanctuary Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/6/2026

Tundra Swan

903/6/2026

Bufflehead

603/6/2026

Common Merganser

253/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

33/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

European Starling

13/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Wood Duck

183/4/2026

Gadwall

43/4/2026

American Wigeon

383/4/2026

Mallard

163/4/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

73/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

83/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

173/4/2026

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 Black Hill Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Black Hill Regional Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Black Hill Regional Park?
Notable species at Black Hill Regional Park include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Black Hill Regional Park?
Birding at Black Hill Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Black Hill Regional Park?
Black Hill Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.