Selkirk Shores State Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Selkirk Shores State Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mute Swan, Bufflehead, and Common Goldeneye 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

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/5/2026Home7 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/1/2026Selkirk Shores SP--Pine Grove Boat Launch1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/27/2026Minetto Bridge2 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/21/2026Fort Ontario Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

23/2/2026

Bufflehead

33/2/2026

Common Goldeneye

153/2/2026

Common Merganser

23/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

33/2/2026

American Crow

23/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

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 Selkirk Shores State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Selkirk Shores State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Notable species at Selkirk Shores State Park include Mute Swan, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Pileated Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Birding at Selkirk Shores State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Selkirk Shores State Park?
Selkirk Shores State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.