Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area

New York · Northeast

Habitat
CoastalWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in New York, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

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

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

3/4/2026Oakwood Cemetery, Syracuse1 observed

Scarlet Tanager

Piranga olivacea

3/4/20265 Erregger Terr, Syracuse US-NY (43.0270,-76.1047)1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/2/2026110 Jacob Ln, Chittenango US-NY 43.03260, -75.869711 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

2/28/20266071–6099 Corporate Dr, East Syracuse US-NY 43.10596, -76.087701 observed

Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

2/27/2026Onondaga Lake Park--Marshy Spits Area1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

2/26/2026Phoenix Dam and Lock1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

2/25/2026Inner Harbor1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

2/25/2026Phoenix Dam and Lock1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area?
Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.