Lake of the Lilies

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake of the Lilies is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

3/6/2026Island Beach SP (please consider using more specific locations)5 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Tracy PL1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Manasquan Reservoir IBA--Cove Nature Trail1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/2/2026Farmingdale home yard1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/1/2026Home4 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/28/2026Lake of the Lilies1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

303/4/2026

Mute Swan

13/4/2026

Mallard

63/4/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Greater Scaup

23/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

203/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

63/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

243/4/2026

Mourning Dove

33/4/2026

American Coot

303/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

123/4/2026

American Herring Gull

43/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

House Sparrow

43/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

43/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/4/2026

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