Round Valley Recreation Area

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Round Valley Recreation Area is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 267 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/6/2026Duke Farms IBA1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Ort Farms1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026North Branch Park1 observed

Pink-footed Goose

Anser brachyrhynchus

3/6/2026Merrill Creek Reservoir--Scotts Mountain Hawk Watch/Inlet-Outlet Tower1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/6/2026Round Valley Recreation Area1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

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

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Budd Lake3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

383/6/2026

Mallard

213/6/2026

American Black Duck

93/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

13/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/6/2026

Bufflehead

63/6/2026

Bald Eagle

43/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

43/6/2026

American Crow

53/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

23/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Snow Goose

1503/6/2026

Gadwall

23/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/6/2026

Common Merganser

73/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

83/6/2026

American Herring Gull

153/6/2026

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