Woodman Pond

New York · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woodman Pond is a productive birding destination in New York, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Gadwall, Mallard, and Northern Pintail 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

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

3/5/2026Hamilton College (Campus Grounds)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/1/2026Bonney Hill Rd2 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/27/2026595–699 Earlville Rd, Hamilton US-NY 42.75477, -75.531251 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

2/22/2026Woodman Pond1 observed

Red Crossbill (Northeastern or type 12)

Loxia curvirostra

2/22/2026Perkins Pond SF--CR-42 x brook (42.6356,-75.7591) RECR where coney larches (02/22/26) (1725 ft.)2 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

2/22/2026Perkins Pond SF--CR-42 x brook (42.6356,-75.7591) RECR where coney larches (02/22/26) (1725 ft.)3 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/22/2026DeRuyter Reservoir--E Lake Rd suet feeder house 115 (42.8049,-75.8833) ‘Buffalo Bills Big Fan’ (12/29/23) EVGR eating sunflower seed (02/22/26) (1310 ft.)67 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/21/2026W Cayuga St - North Norwich1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

22/22/2026

Mallard

442/22/2026

Northern Pintail

22/22/2026

Greater Scaup

22/22/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/22/2026

American Crow

22/22/2026

Common Raven

12/22/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/22/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

12/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Woodman Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Woodman Pond for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woodman Pond?
Notable species at Woodman Pond include Gadwall, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Greater Scaup, Hairy Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woodman Pond?
Birding at Woodman Pond is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Woodman Pond?
Woodman Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.