Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/1/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/1/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)3 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

3/1/2026Amasa Landing (use Edwin B Forsythe NWR--Burlington County Saltmarsh for checklists from watercraft)11 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/28/2026Amasa Landing Rd E, Tuckerton US-NJ 39.57825, -74.454991 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

103/3/2026

Mallard

23/3/2026

Mourning Dove

63/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

103/3/2026

American Herring Gull

13/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/3/2026

Song Sparrow

23/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

123/3/2026

Common Grackle

93/3/2026

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 Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat for birding?
The best months to visit Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat?
Notable species at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat?
Birding at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat?
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - Barnegat offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.