Hallock State Park Preserve

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hallock State Park Preserve is a productive birding destination in New York, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Surf Scoter 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

Iceland Gull (kumlieni/glaucoides)

Larus glaucoides

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

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/5/2026Agawam Lake1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Windcrest Drive, Manorville1 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

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

2/22/2026Trumans Beach1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

2/21/2026Dune Road1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

2/21/2026Cryder Beach, Southampton US-NY (40.8691,-72.3906)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

153/2/2026

Canada Goose

3/2/2026

Surf Scoter

43/2/2026

White-winged Scoter

3/2/2026

Black Scoter

3/2/2026

Long-tailed Duck

3/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3/2/2026

American Herring Gull

3/2/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

53/2/2026

Common Raven

33/2/2026

European Starling

3/2/2026

Common Grackle

73/2/2026

Common Loon

12/25/2026

Common Goldeneye

12/21/2026

Horned Grebe

32/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

32/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

22/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/21/2026

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 Hallock State Park Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Hallock State Park Preserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hallock State Park Preserve?
Notable species at Hallock State Park Preserve include Brant, Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hallock State Park Preserve?
Birding at Hallock State Park Preserve is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hallock State Park Preserve?
Hallock State Park Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.