The Landing, Dobbs Ferry

New York · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

The Landing, Dobbs Ferry is a productive birding destination in New York, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Bufflehead, and Hooded Merganser 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

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

3/6/2026Central Park2 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Highbridge Park--S of Alexander Hamilton Bridge1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/6/2026Marshlands Conservancy1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

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

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

3/6/2026Riverside Park--79th St. Boat Basin and vicinity3 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Quaker Bridge2 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/5/2026Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Piermont Pier1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/4/2026Central Park, New York US-NY (40.7847,-73.9672)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/4/2026Carl Schurz Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

303/3/2026

Bufflehead

23/3/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/3/2026

Killdeer

23/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/3/2026

American Herring Gull

33/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Mallard

23/1/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/1/2026

Common Raven

13/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/1/2026

Canvasback

273/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

83/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

353/1/2026

Mourning Dove

33/1/2026

Black Vulture

73/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

63/1/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/1/2026

Bald Eagle

43/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

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 The Landing, Dobbs Ferry for birding?
The best months to visit The Landing, Dobbs Ferry for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
Notable species at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry include Canada Goose, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
Birding at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at The Landing, Dobbs Ferry?
The Landing, Dobbs Ferry offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.