Pemberton Park

Maryland · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pemberton Park is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Wood Duck, Turkey Vulture, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/6/2026Roaring Point Park6 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

3/6/2026Cedar Hill Marina1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/6/2026Cedar Hill Marina1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

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

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/26/2026Salisbury Landfill - Naylor Mill Rd. Pond1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

2/23/20264877–4881 Indian Town Rd, Vienna US-MD 38.51420, -75.804461 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

13/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

32/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

12/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

32/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/28/2026

Carolina Wren

12/28/2026

Hermit Thrush

12/28/2026

American Goldfinch

12/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

22/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/28/2026

Canada Goose

182/26/2026

Mallard

122/26/2026

American Black Duck

42/26/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

12/26/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/26/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

22/26/2026

American Crow

12/26/2026

Tufted Titmouse

32/26/2026

Brown-headed Nuthatch

12/26/2026

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 Pemberton Park for birding?
The best months to visit Pemberton Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pemberton Park?
Notable species at Pemberton Park include Wood Duck, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Blue Jay, Carolina Chickadee. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pemberton Park?
Birding at Pemberton Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Pemberton Park?
Pemberton Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.