Hartshorne Woods

New Jersey · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hartshorne Woods is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Bufflehead, American Robin, and Northern Cardinal among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Bufflehead American Robin Northern Cardinal American Herring Gull Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Prospect Park--Prospect Lake6 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/2026Floyd Bennett Field1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Bush Terminal Piers Park1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/5/2026Eileen Gibney2 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

3/4/2026walkway1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

3/4/2026Kingsborough Community College2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Robin

323/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/6/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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New Jersey Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in New Jersey →

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hartshorne Woods for birding?▼

The best months to visit Hartshorne Woods for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Hartshorne Woods?▼

Notable species at Hartshorne Woods include Bufflehead, American Robin, Northern Cardinal, American Herring Gull, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Hartshorne Woods?▼

Birding at Hartshorne Woods is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Hartshorne Woods?▼

Hartshorne Woods offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.