Beech Forest, Provincetown

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Beech Forest, Provincetown is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Cardinal, and Mourning Dove among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Black-capped Chickadee Northern Cardinal Mourning Dove Blue Jay Tufted Titmouse

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/5/2026High Head, Pilgrim Heights1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026MacMillan Wharf1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/2026Maurice’s Campground, Wellfleet1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/2026Maurice’s Campground, Wellfleet1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/22/2026Wellfleet Town Pier2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/22/2026Wellfleet Town Pier2 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/2026Billingsgate Market, Wellfleet, MA1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/202610 Maurice Campground, Wellfleet US-MA (41.8798,-69.9876)1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

2/22/2026Race Point1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

2/22/2026Race Point1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/202680 US-6, Wellfleet US-MA 41.87971, -69.987551 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/22/202602667, Wellfleet US-MA (41.9297,-70.0254)1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/22/202602667, Wellfleet US-MA (41.9297,-70.0254)1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/22/2026Wellfleet Town Pier2 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/2026Billingsgate Mkt, Wellfleet1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/202680 State Highway 6 Alternate, Wellfleet, Massachusetts, US (41.879, -69.986)1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/2026Billingsgate Market1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

2/22/202680 US-6, Wellfleet US-MA 41.87971, -69.987511 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

2/22/2026Race Point Beach, Provincetown1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

2/22/2026Race Point Beach, Provincetown1 observed

Recent Observations

Black-capped Chickadee

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

2 birds

Northern Cardinal

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Mourning Dove

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Blue Jay

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Tufted Titmouse

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Dark-eyed Junco

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Yellow-rumped Warbler

Beech Forest, Provincetown

2/28/2026

1 birds

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

More in Massachusetts

Mount Auburn Cemetery

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Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Massachusetts barrier beach refuge vital for shorebirds and Piping Plovers.

Arnold Arboretum

Harvard's 281-acre living tree museum in Boston with 200+ bird species and outstanding warbler migration.

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

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beech Forest, Provincetown for birding?▼

The best months to visit Beech Forest, Provincetown for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Beech Forest, Provincetown?▼

Notable species at Beech Forest, Provincetown include Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Cardinal, Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Beech Forest, Provincetown?▼

Birding at Beech Forest, Provincetown is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Beech Forest, Provincetown?▼

Beech Forest, Provincetown offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.