World End Pond, Salem

New Hampshire · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

World End Pond, Salem is a productive birding destination in New Hampshire, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/6/2026Jordan's Furniture Marsh, Reading1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

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

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Turner Hill1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Merrimack River behind Tsongas Arena1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

3/4/2026Yard List - Bean Yard1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Red)

Passerella iliaca

3/3/20262 Holstein Backyard2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/3/202624 scotland rd1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

3/1/2026Wildcat Forest Conservation Area, Boxford US-MA 42.68784, -71.023511 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/1/2026Watson Yard1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/28/2026Merrimack River behind Tsongas Arena1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/28/202661 Chivas Cir, Tewksbury US-MA 42.65010, -71.243901 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

2/28/2026Widow Harris Brook, Salem1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

2/27/2026Merrimack River behind Tsongas Arena2 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit World End Pond, Salem for birding?
The best months to visit World End Pond, Salem for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at World End Pond, Salem?
Notable species at World End Pond, Salem include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at World End Pond, Salem?
Birding at World End Pond, Salem is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at World End Pond, Salem?
World End Pond, Salem offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.