Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mute Swan, Gadwall, and Mallard 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

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

3/6/2026Fields and parking lots of Parx1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Washington Crossing State Park--Nature Center1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/6/2026Maple Knoll Farms (restricted access)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Crosswicks Creek, Bordentown US-NJ (40.1498,-74.7178)1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/6/2026Home3 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

3/6/2026Noble Estates & Backwoods1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Hunters Glen3 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Rte. 206 (near Columbus Market)1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Shoveler

23/6/2026

Gadwall

23/6/2026

American Wigeon

23/6/2026

American Black Duck

63/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

3/6/2026

Common Merganser

3/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

3/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

3/6/2026

Blue Jay

3/6/2026

Carolina Wren

3/6/2026

American Robin

3/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

3/6/2026

Song Sparrow

3/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

3/6/2026

Mute Swan

13/4/2026

Mallard

33/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

43/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/4/2026

Bald Eagle

13/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park for birding?
The best months to visit Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park?
Notable species at Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park include Mute Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park?
Birding at Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park?
Abbott Marshlands - John A. Roebling Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.