Robert Moses State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Robert Moses State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 321 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

3/6/2026Jones Beach SP--Hawkwatch1 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

3/4/2026Point Lookout--Town Park1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

3/4/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Massapequa Preserve1 observed

Pacific Loon

Gavia pacifica

3/3/2026Jones Beach SP--West End1 observed

Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

3/2/2026Jones Beach SP--Coast Guard Station1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

303/3/2026

Canada Goose

233/3/2026

Mallard

33/3/2026

Greater Scaup

83/3/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/3/2026

Bufflehead

23/3/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/3/2026

Mourning Dove

33/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

American Herring Gull

53/3/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

23/3/2026

Red-throated Loon

13/3/2026

Common Loon

23/3/2026

Horned Lark

133/3/2026

European Starling

3003/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

43/3/2026

American Robin

1753/3/2026

Cedar Waxwing

2003/3/2026

House Sparrow

83/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

53/3/2026

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