Higginsville Road area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Higginsville Road area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Washington Crossing State Park--Nature Center1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/6/2026Maple Knoll Farms (restricted access)1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/6/2026Duke Farms IBA1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026North Branch Park1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/6/2026Round Valley Recreation Area1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/6/2026Hunters Glen3 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Lake Solitude1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026South Branch Reservation- Stanton Station Section1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/4/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Greater White-fronted x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser albifrons x Branta canadensis

3/3/2026Opie Road1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/3/2026Norz Farm Fields (Hillsborough Twp.)1 observed

Song Sparrow (melodia/atlantica)

Melospiza melodia

3/3/2026Millstone River Impoundment1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1003/6/2026

Wood Duck

83/6/2026

Mallard

353/6/2026

American Black Duck

163/6/2026

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

23/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/6/2026

Common Merganser

143/6/2026

Mourning Dove

93/6/2026

Killdeer

33/6/2026

Black Vulture

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

53/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

33/6/2026

American Kestrel

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

103/6/2026

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