Halifax Road

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Halifax Road is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Quaker Bridge2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/4/2026Hopper St1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/3/2026US-NY-Tomkins Cove-9 Dunderberg Rd1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/1/2026River view6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

253/1/2026

Mute Swan

23/1/2026

Mallard

73/1/2026

American Black Duck

23/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

153/1/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/1/2026

Common Merganser

83/1/2026

Mourning Dove

23/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/1/2026

Northern Harrier

13/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

American Crow

13/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/1/2026

American Robin

83/1/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/1/2026

Song Sparrow

13/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/1/2026

American Herring Gull

32/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Halifax Road for birding?
The best months to visit Halifax Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Halifax Road?
Notable species at Halifax Road include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Halifax Road?
Birding at Halifax Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Halifax Road?
Halifax Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.