Cupsogue Beach County Park

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

CoastalUrban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cupsogue Beach County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts White-winged Scoter, Red-breasted Merganser, and Mourning Dove among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

White-winged Scoter Red-breasted Merganser Mourning Dove American Herring Gull Great Black-backed Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Iceland Gull (kumlieni/glaucoides)

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Dune Rd., Tiana Beach1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Windcrest Drive, Manorville1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Southaven County Park1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

3/4/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Thick-billed Murre

Uria lomvia

2/28/2026Charles F. Altenkirch County Park, Southampton US-NY (40.8432,-72.4788)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/24/2026Backyard1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/24/2026Long Island Expy, Calverton US-NY 40.90717, -72.738131 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/22/2026Swan Lake, East Patchogue1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Scoter

22/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

22/28/2026

Mourning Dove

42/28/2026

American Herring Gull

102/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

102/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cupsogue Beach County Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Cupsogue Beach County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Cupsogue Beach County Park?▼

Notable species at Cupsogue Beach County Park include White-winged Scoter, Red-breasted Merganser, Mourning Dove, American Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Cupsogue Beach County Park?▼

Birding at Cupsogue Beach County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Cupsogue Beach County Park?▼

Cupsogue Beach County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.