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Prospect Point

New York · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Prospect Point is a productive birding destination in New York, with 252 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026New York, New York, US (40.799, -73.975)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.3 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Hudson River Greenway--145th-155th St.1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026North 5th Street Pier and Park1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

3/6/2026Stuyvesant Town-Peter Cooper Village1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Prospect Point for birding?▼
The best months to visit Prospect Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Prospect Point?▼
Notable species at Prospect Point include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Prospect Point?▼
Birding at Prospect Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Prospect Point?▼
Prospect Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.