Jack Creek Park

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

River/RiparianUrban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Jack Creek Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park 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

Belted Kingfisher Yellow Warbler Song Sparrow Great Blue Heron Cedar Waxwing

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

3/6/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

3/5/2026Chesapeake Beach Railroad Trail1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

3/4/2026Home2 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/4/2026133 Kilby Pt, Queenstown US-MD 38.85531, -76.204432 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/1/2026Private residence2 observed

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Jack Creek Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Jack Creek Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Jack Creek Park?▼

Notable species at Jack Creek Park include Belted Kingfisher, Yellow Warbler, Song Sparrow, Great Blue Heron, Cedar Waxwing. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Jack Creek Park?▼

Birding at Jack Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Jack Creek Park?▼

Jack Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.