Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
WetlandRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026New York, New York, US (40.799, -73.975)1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/6/2026Liberty Island/Statue of Liberty (NY County)1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.3 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/6/2026Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

3/6/2026Governors Island (N.Y. County)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

453/4/2026

Mallard

213/4/2026

American Black Duck

123/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

753/4/2026

Bufflehead

33/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

33/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

753/4/2026

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

83/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Harrier

23/4/2026

Bald Eagle

23/4/2026

Blue Jay

3/4/2026

Fish Crow

53/4/2026

Common Raven

13/4/2026

European Starling

43/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/4/2026

American Robin

13/4/2026

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 Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Notable species at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead. The area supports wetland, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Birding at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh?
Meadowlands IBA - Mill Creek Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.