Golden Hill State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Golden Hill State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Canvasback, and Long-tailed Duck 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Lake Road Guiderail in Wilson East End1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026Fuller Road yard4 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/3/20263 Acres1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/20/2026Iroquois NWR--Feeder Rd. Trail (Orleans Co.)3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1003/4/2026

Canvasback

23/4/2026

Long-tailed Duck

303/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

13/4/2026

Common Merganser

23/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

1503/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/4/2026

American Herring Gull

83/4/2026

Red-throated Loon

63/4/2026

European Starling

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/24/2026

Blue Jay

22/24/2026

American Crow

12/24/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

142/24/2026

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 Golden Hill State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Golden Hill State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Golden Hill State Park?
Notable species at Golden Hill State Park include Canada Goose, Canvasback, Long-tailed Duck, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Golden Hill State Park?
Birding at Golden Hill State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Golden Hill State Park?
Golden Hill State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.