Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline

New York · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline is a productive birding destination in New York, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, and Hairy Woodpecker 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/6/2026Shindagin Hollow SF--Shindagin Hollow Rd. pavement end4 observed

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

3/6/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Iceland Gull (thayeri/kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Roy H. Park Preserve (FLLT)--north2 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/6/2026Shindagin Hollow SF--Shindagin Hollow Rd. pavement end50 observed

American Herring x Lesser Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x fuscus

3/5/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Stevenson Rd. Game Farm and Compost1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

American Crow

13/6/2026

Common Raven

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

33/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/6/2026

European Starling

43/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

American Tree Sparrow

13/6/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

63/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

American Goldfinch

43/4/2026

American Robin

13/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline for birding?
The best months to visit Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?
Notable species at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline include Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?
Birding at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline?
Boyer Creek Farm, Caroline offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.