Breezy Point Tip

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Breezy Point Tip is a productive birding destination in New York, with 290 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, American Black Duck, and Greater Scaup 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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Park--Tribeca Upland (Chambers to W Houston St.)3 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/6/2026Liberty SP3 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Central Park2 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026Sandy Hook--Spermaceti Cove area2 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/6/2026East River, on the NY Ferry, 6th St to Wall St1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

52/28/2026

American Black Duck

302/28/2026

Greater Scaup

72/28/2026

Common Eider

82/28/2026

Surf Scoter

202/28/2026

White-winged Scoter

82/28/2026

Long-tailed Duck

302/28/2026

Bufflehead

202/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

52/28/2026

Sanderling

1002/28/2026

Dunlin

12/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1002/28/2026

American Herring Gull

602/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

42/28/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Horned Grebe

162/28/2026

Red-throated Loon

32/28/2026

Common Loon

152/28/2026

Great Cormorant

12/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

32/28/2026

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 Breezy Point Tip for birding?
The best months to visit Breezy Point Tip for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Breezy Point Tip?
Notable species at Breezy Point Tip include Brant, American Black Duck, Greater Scaup, Common Eider, Surf Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Breezy Point Tip?
Birding at Breezy Point Tip is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Breezy Point Tip?
Breezy Point Tip offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.