Crown Point State Historic Site

New York · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Crown Point State Historic Site is a productive birding destination in New York, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Crow, Common Raven, and Eastern Bluebird among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

American Crow Common Raven Eastern Bluebird American Robin American Tree Sparrow

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Leicester Junction1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/5/20262–20 Griswold Ln, Orwell US-VT 43.80350, -73.246922 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026475 Ensign Pond Rd, North Hudson US-NY 43.99374, -73.669862 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/28/2026Upper La Chute falls area21 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

33/1/2026

Common Raven

13/1/2026

Eastern Bluebird

53/1/2026

American Robin

23/1/2026

American Tree Sparrow

23/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Crown Point State Historic Site for birding?▼

The best months to visit Crown Point State Historic Site for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Notable species at Crown Point State Historic Site include American Crow, Common Raven, Eastern Bluebird, American Robin, American Tree Sparrow. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Birding at Crown Point State Historic Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Crown Point State Historic Site?▼

Crown Point State Historic Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.