Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Common Merganser, Eastern Bluebird, and American Robin 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/5/2026Knight Point State Park1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Grand Isle Ferry Landing1 observed

Common x Barrow's Goldeneye (hybrid)

Bucephala clangula x islandica

3/4/2026Grand Isle Ferry Landing1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/3/2026Cumberland Head Ferry Dock7 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/27/2026Grand Isle Ferry Landing1 observed

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x rubripes

2/25/2026Grand Isle Ferry Landing1 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 Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area include Common Merganser, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin, Great Blue Heron, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area?
Ausable Marsh Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.