Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail

New York · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail is a productive birding destination in New York, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, and American Crow 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Webster Park--Campground area2 observed

Pine Grosbeak

Pinicola enucleator

3/5/2026Webster Park--Campground area2 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

3/5/2026Webster Park--Campground area5 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/4/2026Seneca Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

23/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

American Crow

13/4/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

63/4/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/4/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

43/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

American Tree Sparrow

33/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/4/2026

Canada Goose

52/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Brown Creeper

22/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/26/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/26/2026

Northern Flicker

22/26/2026

Common Raven

12/26/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/26/2026

American Goldfinch

12/26/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

42/26/2026

White-throated Sparrow

32/26/2026

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 Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail?
Notable species at Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail include Downy Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail?
Birding at Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail?
Mendon Ponds Park - Quaker Pond Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.