Stephen R. Gregg County Park

New Jersey · Northeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stephen R. Gregg County Park is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Cedar Waxwing, Brant, and Canada Goose among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Cedar Waxwing Brant Canada Goose Gadwall American Wigeon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Park--Tribeca Upland (Chambers to W Houston St.)3 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

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

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/6/2026Liberty SP3 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Central Park2 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/6/2026East River, on the NY Ferry, 6th St to Wall St1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cedar Waxwing

33/2/2026

Brant

163/1/2026

Canada Goose

73/1/2026

Gadwall

33/1/2026

American Wigeon

133/1/2026

Mallard

63/1/2026

American Black Duck

43/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

33/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

303/1/2026

Mourning Dove

403/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/1/2026

American Herring Gull

503/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/1/2026

Blue Jay

23/1/2026

American Crow

253/1/2026

Common Raven

43/1/2026

European Starling

753/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

53/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stephen R. Gregg County Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stephen R. Gregg County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stephen R. Gregg County Park?▼

Notable species at Stephen R. Gregg County Park include Cedar Waxwing, Brant, Canada Goose, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stephen R. Gregg County Park?▼

Birding at Stephen R. Gregg County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Stephen R. Gregg County Park?▼

Stephen R. Gregg County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.