Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)

Maryland · Northeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Horned Grebe, Canada Goose, and Tundra Swan 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

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

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canvasback

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/6/2026

Common Loon

13/6/2026

Tundra Swan

2503/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Least Sandpiper

43/6/2026

Great Cormorant

23/6/2026

American Pipit

13/6/2026

Horned Grebe

33/4/2026

Canada Goose

403/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

63/4/2026

Gadwall

253/4/2026

Mallard

553/4/2026

American Black Duck

303/4/2026

Northern Pintail

15003/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

403/4/2026

Redhead

73/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

503/4/2026

Bufflehead

183/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

10003/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) for birding?
The best months to visit Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)?
Notable species at Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) include Horned Grebe, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)?
Birding at Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Poplar Island (access by guided tour only)?
Poplar Island (access by guided tour only) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.