Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)

New Jersey · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) is a productive birding destination in New Jersey, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Gadwall 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

Green-winged Teal (Eurasian)

Anas crecca

3/5/2026Natural Lands Trust--Peek Preserve1 observed

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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/20/2026Albert V. Giampietro Memorial Park1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) for birding?
The best months to visit Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Notable species at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Gadwall, American Black Duck, Hooded Merganser. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Birding at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County)?
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Corbin City/Atlantic County) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.