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Corn Hill, Truro

Massachusetts · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Corn Hill, Truro is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Race Point1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Hopkins Lane Gardens, Orleans1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

3/3/2026Home - Lower Mill Pond, Brewster1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026MacMillan Wharf1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/1/2026D&F Clapp's House, Brewster US-MA 41.73730, -70.088561 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/28/2026Town Cove, Orleans1 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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Massachusetts Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Massachusetts →

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