Loblolly Cove

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Loblolly Cove is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This 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

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

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/5/2026Devereaux Beach1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/4/2026Halibut Point SP4 observed

Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

3/2/2026Parker River NWR1 observed

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

3/2/2026Granite Pier, Rockport12 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/2/2026Granite Pier, Rockport1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/2/2026Granite Pier, Rockport1 observed

Great Cormorant

Phalacrocorax carbo

3/2/2026Granite Pier, Rockport1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

3/2/2026Granite Pier, Rockport2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/2/2026

American Black Duck

43/2/2026

Common Eider

63/2/2026

Mourning Dove

23/2/2026

American Herring Gull

73/2/2026

Common Loon

13/2/2026

American Crow

13/2/2026

European Starling

123/2/2026

House Sparrow

103/2/2026

Song Sparrow

13/2/2026

Mallard

13/1/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/1/2026

House Finch

63/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

13/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

73/1/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

Surf Scoter

92/28/2026

White-winged Scoter

42/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Loblolly Cove for birding?
The best months to visit Loblolly Cove for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Loblolly Cove?
Notable species at Loblolly Cove include Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Bufflehead, Mourning Dove. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Loblolly Cove?
Birding at Loblolly Cove is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Loblolly Cove?
Loblolly Cove offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.