Airport Road, Swanzey

New Hampshire · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Airport Road, Swanzey is a productive birding destination in New Hampshire, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bald Eagle, American Crow, and Black-capped Chickadee among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Bald Eagle American Crow Black-capped Chickadee Tufted Titmouse White-breasted Nuthatch

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/6/2026Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Brattleboro US-VT 42.84347, -72.564552 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/6/2026Mill St.--Bellows Falls1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/3/2026Royalston Town Center2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/1/2026Feeders 40 E Orchard Rd, Brattleboro US-VT 42.89858, -72.576791 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/1/2026Vernon Dam (Vermont)3 observed

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

2/26/2026Proctor Rd, Jaffrey, NH1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bald Eagle

22/21/2026

American Crow

62/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

12/21/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/21/2026

American Goldfinch

12/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/21/2026

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

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles in North America: A Seasonal Viewing Guide

11 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Airport Road, Swanzey for birding?▼

The best months to visit Airport Road, Swanzey for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Airport Road, Swanzey?▼

Notable species at Airport Road, Swanzey include Bald Eagle, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Airport Road, Swanzey?▼

Birding at Airport Road, Swanzey is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Airport Road, Swanzey?▼

Airport Road, Swanzey offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.