Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina

New York · Northeast

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Habitat

Forest

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina is a productive birding destination in New York, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This forest habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and Mute Swan among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Brant Canada Goose Mute Swan Lesser Scaup Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Southaven County Park1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/4/2026Old Field Point and Lighthouse1 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

3/4/2026Smith Point County Park1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/4/2026Massapequa Preserve1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/2/2026Backyard1 observed

American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

2/28/2026Mt. Sinai Harbor1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

2/26/2026Asharoken NY1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

2/24/2026West Yard NY3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

882/28/2026

Canada Goose

242/28/2026

Mute Swan

22/28/2026

Lesser Scaup

702/28/2026

Bufflehead

42/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

82/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

32/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

162/28/2026

American Herring Gull

22/28/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

12/28/2026

Greater Scaup

2/28/2026

Common Merganser

82/28/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

22/28/2026

Song Sparrow

12/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/28/2026

American Wigeon

52/21/2026

Mallard

62/21/2026

American Black Duck

32/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

32/21/2026

Mourning Dove

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina for birding?▼

The best months to visit Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina?▼

Notable species at Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina include Brant, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports forest habitats.

How difficult is birding at Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina?▼

Birding at Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina?▼

Timber Point Golf Course - East Marina offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.