Ocean City Welcome Center

New Jersey · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ocean City Welcome Center is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Bufflehead among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Brant Canada Goose Bufflehead Ring-billed Gull American Herring Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026Ocean City Golf Course1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/1/2026Edwin B. Forsythe NWR--Wildlife Drive (8-mile auto tour loop only)2 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

2/26/2026346 Goshen Swainton Rd, Cape May Court House US-NJ 39.13274, -74.830372 observed

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus

2/23/2026Jeffers Landing Road, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, US (39.319, -74.651)1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

2/21/2026Tuckahoe WMA (Cape May Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

103/3/2026

Canada Goose

23/3/2026

Bufflehead

153/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

American Herring Gull

23/3/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/3/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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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 Ocean City Welcome Center for birding?▼

The best months to visit Ocean City Welcome Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Ocean City Welcome Center?▼

Notable species at Ocean City Welcome Center include Brant, Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Ocean City Welcome Center?▼

Birding at Ocean City Welcome Center is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Ocean City Welcome Center?▼

Ocean City Welcome Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.