Great Boars Head, Hampton

New Hampshire · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Great Boars Head, Hampton is a productive birding destination in New Hampshire, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, 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

Greater Scaup Bufflehead Common Eider Black Scoter Horned Grebe

Live Bird Data

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

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

3/5/2026Rye Harbor SP (Ragged Neck)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

3/5/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026806 Main St., South Eliot4 observed

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026Spinney Lane and Durham Reservoir1 observed

Double-crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

3/4/2026Halibut Point SP4 observed

King Eider

Somateria spectabilis

3/4/2026Rt. 1A, Second Pullout South of Odiorne Point, Rye1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/3/202624 scotland rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

63/1/2026

Bufflehead

23/1/2026

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

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 Great Boars Head, Hampton for birding?▼

The best months to visit Great Boars Head, Hampton for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Great Boars Head, Hampton?▼

Notable species at Great Boars Head, Hampton include Greater Scaup, Bufflehead, Common Eider, Black Scoter, Horned Grebe. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Great Boars Head, Hampton?▼

Birding at Great Boars Head, Hampton is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Great Boars Head, Hampton?▼

Great Boars Head, Hampton offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.