Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout is a productive birding destination in New York, with 290 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, and Red-breasted Merganser 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

3/5/2026Home7 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/1/2026Selkirk Shores SP--Pine Grove Boat Launch1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026Minetto Bridge2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/21/2026Fort Ontario Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

43/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

63/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

33/6/2026

Mourning Dove

43/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

33/6/2026

Bald Eagle

33/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

63/6/2026

Rough-legged Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

123/6/2026

Common Raven

33/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/6/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/6/2026

European Starling

373/6/2026

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 Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout for birding?
The best months to visit Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout?
Notable species at Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout include Canada Goose, Common Goldeneye, Red-breasted Merganser, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout?
Birding at Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout?
Derby Hill Hawk Watch - North Lookout offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.