Beaver Island State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Beaver Island State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra 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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/20264720 Bowen Road, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.931, -79.092)4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/6/2026Auto selected 42.93103, -79.091911 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Beaver Island SP3 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/5/2026Buffalo River Ohio St. Fishing Access Site1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Redhead

103/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/6/2026

Bufflehead

13/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/6/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

23/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

European Starling

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/6/2026

Common Grackle

13/6/2026

Canada Goose

1803/5/2026

Tundra Swan

603/5/2026

American Wigeon

43/5/2026

Mallard

93/5/2026

American Black Duck

63/5/2026

Canvasback

523/5/2026

Greater Scaup

1503/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

23/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

603/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Beaver Island State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Beaver Island State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Beaver Island State Park?
Notable species at Beaver Island State Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Canvasback, Common Merganser. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Beaver Island State Park?
Birding at Beaver Island State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Beaver Island State Park?
Beaver Island State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.