Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

3/6/2026128 Hummock Pond Rd, Nantucket US-MA 41.26847, -70.126511 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/5/2026Bartlett Farm--East Fields2 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026Moors End Farm1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

3/5/2026Hoicks Hollow Rd.--Seawatch1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/4/2026Nantucket Long Pond--Massasoit Bridge1 observed

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

3/4/2026Settler's Landing1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/4/2026The Creeks Preserve1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/4/2026

Mallard

63/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

American Crow

33/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/4/2026

European Starling

23/4/2026

American Robin

83/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

213/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

143/4/2026

Mute Swan

82/28/2026

American Wigeon

2/28/2026

Redhead

2/28/2026

Common Merganser

32/28/2026

American Herring Gull

2/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

2/28/2026

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 Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond?
Notable species at Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond include Canada Goose, Mallard, Downy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Crow. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond?
Birding at Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond?
Horse Farm Lookout at Hummock Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.