Belmont Lake State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Belmont Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Hawkwatch1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/4/2026Point Lookout--Town Park1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Massapequa Preserve1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

3/3/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

3/2/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1503/4/2026

Mute Swan

53/4/2026

Gadwall

23/4/2026

Mallard

123/4/2026

American Black Duck

13/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

53/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/4/2026

Common Merganser

53/4/2026

Mourning Dove

43/4/2026

American Coot

43/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1003/4/2026

American Herring Gull

23/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/4/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

83/4/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

203/4/2026

American Crow

43/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

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