Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach

Massachusetts · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

WetlandCoastal

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Black Duck, and Common Eider among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose American Black Duck Common Eider Bufflehead Common Goldeneye

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Hoft Farm Preserve (TNC)1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/5/2026NEFSC1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Monomoscoy Island1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/4/2026Loop Beach1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/2026King Farm (Private)1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/2/2026Norton Point2 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/1/202629 Harrison Ave, Buzzards Bay US-MA 41.74949, -70.609831 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/1/2026King Farm (Private)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

212/28/2026

American Black Duck

42/28/2026

Common Eider

152/28/2026

Bufflehead

142/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

52/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

52/28/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

92/28/2026

Dunlin

42/28/2026

American Herring Gull

62/28/2026

Blue Jay

32/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

More in Massachusetts

Mount Auburn Cemetery

Historic Cambridge cemetery renowned as a spring warbler migrant trap.

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 Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach?▼

Notable species at Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach include Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach?▼

Birding at Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach?▼

Great Sippewissett Marsh and Black Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.