Buckhorn Island State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Buckhorn Island State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 230 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

3/6/20264718 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

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/5/20262474 Point Abino Road North, Fort Erie, Ontario, CA (42.941, -79.094)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/6/2026

Bufflehead

33/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

153/6/2026

Common Merganser

73/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

63/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

93/6/2026

Blue Jay

33/6/2026

American Crow

83/6/2026

American Robin

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Tundra Swan

33/5/2026

Mallard

53/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/5/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/5/2026

American Herring Gull

13/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

143/5/2026

Redhead

73/4/2026

Greater Scaup

203/4/2026

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 Buckhorn Island State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Buckhorn Island State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Buckhorn Island State Park?
Notable species at Buckhorn Island State Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Buckhorn Island State Park?
Birding at Buckhorn 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 Buckhorn Island State Park?
Buckhorn Island State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.