Boonton Reservoir

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boonton Reservoir is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Peregrine Falcon, Carolina Wren, and Northern Mockingbird 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/4/2026Home1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/4/2026Hackensack River - Meadowlands South2 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/202615 Lake Dr E, Wayne US-NJ 40.93398, -74.251701 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/202615 Lake Dr E, Wayne US-NJ 40.93398, -74.2517011 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Lake Parsippany1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026River view6 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

2/28/2026Packanack Lake1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Peregrine Falcon

23/1/2026

Carolina Wren

13/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/1/2026

American Robin

33/1/2026

House Finch

53/1/2026

Song Sparrow

33/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

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 Boonton Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Boonton Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Boonton Reservoir?
Notable species at Boonton Reservoir include Peregrine Falcon, Carolina Wren, Northern Mockingbird, American Robin, House Finch. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boonton Reservoir?
Birding at Boonton Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Boonton Reservoir?
Boonton Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.