Chebacco Woods

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Chebacco Woods is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This forest 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026Parker River NWR--Hellcat Boardwalk Trail3 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/5/2026Devereaux Beach1 observed

Brant (Black)

Branta bernicla

3/5/2026Nahant--Short Beach3 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/4/2026Halibut Point SP4 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/4/2026Winthrop Beach and Five Sisters1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Winthrop Greenway1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

3/4/2026Yard List - Bean Yard1 observed

Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

3/2/2026Parker River NWR1 observed

Common Eider (Northern)

Somateria mollissima

3/2/2026Great Neck--Pavilion Beach1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chebacco Woods for birding?
The best months to visit Chebacco Woods for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Chebacco Woods?
Notable species at Chebacco Woods include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Chebacco Woods?
Birding at Chebacco Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Chebacco Woods?
Chebacco Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.