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National Park - Dredge Spoils

New Jersey · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

National Park - Dredge Spoils is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/6/2026Springton Reservoir (restricted access)5 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/6/2026John Heinz NWR--wetlands (Delaware Co.)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026John Heinz NWR--wetlands (Delaware Co.)2 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

3/6/2026Delaware River--Hog Island Rd. (Delaware Co.)2 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026John Heinz NWR--impoundment (Philadelphia Co.)2 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/6/2026Giant parking lot1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/6/2026Giant parking lot1 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

3/5/2026Calcon Hook Rd.1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026109 Colonial Ave, Moorestown US-NJ 39.95890, -74.955801 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/5/2026Philadelphia Naval Yard (restricted access)1 observed

Barred Owl

Strix varia

3/4/2026Casa and kitchen birding1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/4/2026Packer Marine Terminal Port (restricted access)1 observed

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.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails
Visitor Center

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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 National Park - Dredge Spoils for birding?▼
The best months to visit National Park - Dredge Spoils for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at National Park - Dredge Spoils?▼
Notable species at National Park - Dredge Spoils include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at National Park - Dredge Spoils?▼
Birding at National Park - Dredge Spoils is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at National Park - Dredge Spoils?▼
National Park - Dredge Spoils offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.