High Head, Pilgrim Heights

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

High Head, Pilgrim Heights is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 290 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Gadwall, and American Black Duck 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

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Race Point1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/1/2026MacMillan Wharf1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/28/2026Fort Hill, Eastham1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

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

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

2/22/2026Race Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/5/2026

American Black Duck

143/5/2026

Northern Pintail

13/5/2026

Greater Scaup

1103/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/5/2026

Bufflehead

53/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

83/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/5/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/5/2026

American Herring Gull

7003/5/2026

Iceland Gull

163/5/2026

Northern Harrier

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

American Robin

63/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

33/5/2026

Gadwall

32/28/2026

Common Eider

102/28/2026

Long-tailed Duck

102/28/2026

Razorbill

32/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/28/2026

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 High Head, Pilgrim Heights for birding?
The best months to visit High Head, Pilgrim Heights for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at High Head, Pilgrim Heights?
Notable species at High Head, Pilgrim Heights include Canada Goose, Gadwall, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at High Head, Pilgrim Heights?
Birding at High Head, Pilgrim Heights is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at High Head, Pilgrim Heights?
High Head, Pilgrim Heights offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.