Cherry Hill Reservoir

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cherry Hill Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay, and Northern Cardinal 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

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Rye Harbor SP (Ragged Neck)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/4/2026Halibut Point SP4 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

3/4/2026Yard List - Bean Yard1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/3/202624 scotland rd1 observed

Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

3/2/2026Parker River NWR1 observed

Common Eider (Northern)

Somateria mollissima

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

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/2/2026Greenlawn Cemetery1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/2/20261 - My Patch1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

3/1/2026Halibut Point SP1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/1/2026Hampton-Seabrook Marsh--Cross Beach Rd., Seabrook2 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/1/20262 Kimball Rd, Boxford US-MA 42.70672, -71.057961 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

13/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cherry Hill Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Cherry Hill Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cherry Hill Reservoir?
Notable species at Cherry Hill Reservoir include Red-tailed Hawk, Blue Jay, Northern Cardinal. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cherry Hill Reservoir?
Birding at Cherry Hill Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cherry Hill Reservoir?
Cherry Hill Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.