Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) is a productive birding destination in New York, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Redhead, Greater Scaup, and Lesser Scaup 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

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/6/2026Harris Park, Cayuga1 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

3/4/20262800-3098 Thorpe Road, Seneca Falls, New York, US (42.883, -76.788)1 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/28/2026Seneca Lake State Park, Geneva US-NY 42.87325, -76.951441 observed

Surf Scoter

Melanitta perspicillata

2/27/2026Myers Point--Lansing Harbor Marina (private)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Redhead

23/4/2026

Greater Scaup

43/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

403/4/2026

Bufflehead

303/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

253/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/4/2026

American Herring Gull

53/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

American Crow

23/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/4/2026

European Starling

43/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

43/4/2026

American Robin

33/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

223/4/2026

Purple Finch

53/4/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

23/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) for birding?
The best months to visit Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)?
Notable species at Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) include Redhead, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)?
Birding at Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)?
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.