The Celery Farm

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

The Celery Farm is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Black Duck, Turkey Vulture, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

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

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Quaker Bridge2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

3/4/2026Inwood Hill Park3 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/4/2026Riverside Park--South of 96th St.3 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/4/2026Hopper St1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/4/2026Hackensack River - Meadowlands South2 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/202615 Lake Dr E, Wayne US-NJ 40.93398, -74.251701 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/6/2026

Wood Duck

63/6/2026

Gadwall

13/6/2026

Mallard

43/6/2026

American Black Duck

33/6/2026

Wild Turkey

33/6/2026

Mourning Dove

83/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

53/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/6/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/6/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit The Celery Farm for birding?
The best months to visit The Celery Farm for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at The Celery Farm?
Notable species at The Celery Farm include American Black Duck, Turkey Vulture, Downy Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Canada Goose, Carolina Wren, American Robin, White-throated Sparrow, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid). The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at The Celery Farm?
Birding at The Celery Farm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at The Celery Farm?
There is no entrance fee at The Celery Farm. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at The Celery Farm?
The Celery Farm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.