Hampton Beach State Park

New Hampshire · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hampton Beach State Park is a productive birding destination in New Hampshire, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Northern Harrier, Common Eider, and White-winged Scoter 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

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/6/2026Woodridge neighborhood1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

3/6/2026Andrews Point1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/6/2026US-New Hampshire-East Kingston-10 Autumn Lane - 42.943x-70.991 observed

Gadwall

Mareca strepera

3/6/2026Dead Duck Cove, Eliot Boat Launch2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/6/202616 Whippoorwill Ln, Kittery US-ME (43.1004,-70.7192)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026806 Main St., South Eliot3 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

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

Eastern Screech-Owl

Megascops asio

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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Andrews Point1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Harrier

13/4/2026

Common Eider

473/3/2026

White-winged Scoter

23/3/2026

Black Scoter

13/3/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/3/2026

Common Goldeneye

33/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/3/2026

American Herring Gull

143/3/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/3/2026

Great Cormorant

13/3/2026

Greater Scaup

23/1/2026

Horned Grebe

13/1/2026

Common Loon

32/28/2026

American Crow

12/28/2026

Sanderling

22/22/2026

Purple Sandpiper

12/21/2026

Savannah Sparrow

12/21/2026

Red-throated Loon

32/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hampton Beach State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Hampton Beach State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hampton Beach State Park?
Notable species at Hampton Beach State Park include Northern Harrier, Common Eider, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hampton Beach State Park?
Birding at Hampton Beach State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hampton Beach State Park?
Hampton Beach State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.