Nantucket - Jackson Point

Massachusetts · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Nantucket - Jackson Point is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, 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

Brant Canada Goose American Black Duck Common Eider Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Barnacle Goose

Branta leucopsis

3/5/2026Bartlett Farm--East Fields1 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

Brant

313/5/2026

Canada Goose

73/5/2026

American Black Duck

123/5/2026

Common Eider

3/5/2026

Bufflehead

3/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

113/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/5/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

83/5/2026

American Herring Gull

3/5/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

3/5/2026

Common Loon

83/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/5/2026

Northern Harrier

13/5/2026

American Robin

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

American Crow

43/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

143/4/2026

Mute Swan

22/28/2026

Long-tailed Duck

32/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Nantucket - Jackson Point for birding?▼

The best months to visit Nantucket - Jackson Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Nantucket - Jackson Point?▼

Notable species at Nantucket - Jackson Point include Brant, Canada Goose, American Black Duck, Common Eider, Bufflehead. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Nantucket - Jackson Point?▼

Birding at Nantucket - Jackson Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Nantucket - Jackson Point?▼

Nantucket - Jackson Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.