Upper Lisle County Park

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Upper Lisle County Park is a productive birding destination in New York, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Common Merganser, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Northern Flicker 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

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/4/2026Long Pond SF - Grasslands NY411 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

3/1/2026Auto selected 42.38476, -75.928491 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/28/2026Suggett Park2 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk (lineatus Group)

Buteo lineatus

2/28/2026Kellogg Rd & Loope Rd1 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/28/2026West River Rd., Marathon28 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/27/2026Yaman Park6 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

2/26/2026Klecha pasture on Moran Rd1 observed

Killdeer

Charadrius vociferus

2/26/2026Rt. 13 Pyrotex1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/23/2026Tubbs Hill Rd, Richford1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Common Merganser

503/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

American Robin

153/5/2026

Canada Goose

1003/2/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

453/2/2026

Downy Woodpecker

43/2/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

33/2/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Blue Jay

83/2/2026

American Crow

133/2/2026

Common Raven

13/2/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

253/2/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/2/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

33/2/2026

European Starling

53/2/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Upper Lisle County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Upper Lisle County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Upper Lisle County Park?
Notable species at Upper Lisle County Park include Common Merganser, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Robin, Canada Goose. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Upper Lisle County Park?
Birding at Upper Lisle County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Upper Lisle County Park?
Upper Lisle County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.