Assunpink Wildlife Management Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Assunpink Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Tracy PL1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

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

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/5/20267–13 Columbus-Jobstown Rd, Columbus US-NJ 40.05273, -74.723251 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/5/2026Home2 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney2 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Manasquan Reservoir IBA--Cove Nature Trail1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

3/1/2026Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

203/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

83/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

253/1/2026

Bufflehead

103/1/2026

Common Merganser

753/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

123/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

63/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/1/2026

Carolina Wren

13/1/2026

American Robin

83/1/2026

Song Sparrow

23/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/1/2026

Mourning Dove

22/28/2026

White-throated Sparrow

62/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Assunpink Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Assunpink Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Assunpink Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Assunpink Wildlife Management Area include Canada Goose, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Common Merganser. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Assunpink Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Assunpink Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Assunpink Wildlife Management Area?
Assunpink Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.