Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate

Massachusetts · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate is a productive birding destination in Massachusetts, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/5/2026BHI--Webb Memorial SP1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/2/202625 Fords Crossing2 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk (Northern)

Accipiter striatus

2/28/2026McGrath Highway, Quincy, Massachusetts, US (42.251, -70.998)1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

2/28/2026Germantown, Quincy, Massachusetts1 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

2/24/2026Black Rock Beach (Norfolk Co.)1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/21/2026BHI--Spectacle Island1 observed

Black Guillemot

Cepphus grylle

2/21/2026Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area IBA (Suffolk Co.)2 observed

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 Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate for birding?
The best months to visit Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Notable species at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Birding at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate?
Third Cliff (Neighborhood and The Spit), Scituate offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.