Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park

Massachusetts · Northeast

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Habitat

LakeUrban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Ruffed Grouse, Mourning Dove, and American Crow among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Ruffed Grouse Mourning Dove American Crow Common Raven Black-capped Chickadee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Coldbrook Road North, Oakham MA2 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Myrtle)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/2026Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon)5 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/5/2026home2 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/3/2026yard3 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

3/2/2026Coldbrook Road North, Oakham MA2 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

3/1/2026Hadley Cove1 observed

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

3/1/2026Coldbrook Road North, Oakham MA1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

More in Massachusetts

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park?▼

Notable species at Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park include Ruffed Grouse, Mourning Dove, American Crow, Common Raven, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park?▼

Birding at Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park?▼

Quabbin Reservoir - Quabbin Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.