Meadow Pond, Hampton

New Hampshire · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

LakeGrassland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Meadow Pond, Hampton is a productive birding destination in New Hampshire, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This lake and grassland 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

Common Loon Bald Eagle Double-crested Cormorant Ring-billed Gull Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

3/6/2026Woodridge neighborhood1 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

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

American Woodcock

Scolopax minor

3/4/2026Spinney Lane and Durham Reservoir1 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

Bohemian Waxwing

Bombycilla garrulus

3/2/2026Parker River NWR1 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

Trails

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New Hampshire Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in New Hampshire →

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 Meadow Pond, Hampton for birding?▼

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

What birds can I see at Meadow Pond, Hampton?▼

Notable species at Meadow Pond, Hampton include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, grassland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Meadow Pond, Hampton?▼

Birding at Meadow Pond, Hampton is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Meadow Pond, Hampton?▼

Meadow Pond, Hampton offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.