Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Forest
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Mallard 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

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Southaven County Park1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Old Field Point and Lighthouse1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

3/4/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Massapequa Preserve1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/2/2026Backyard1 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

2/28/2026Mt. Sinai Harbor1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/26/2026Asharoken NY1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

32/28/2026

Mute Swan

212/28/2026

Mallard

22/28/2026

American Black Duck

42/28/2026

Ring-necked Duck

192/28/2026

Bufflehead

22/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

12/28/2026

Common Merganser

122/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Gadwall

42/21/2026

Greater Scaup

302/21/2026

Lesser Scaup

202/21/2026

Hooded Merganser

22/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

522/21/2026

American Herring Gull

32/21/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/21/2026

American Crow

12/21/2026

Common Raven

12/21/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

62/21/2026

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 Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?
Notable species at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Mallard, American Black Duck, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?
Birding at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park?
Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.