Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 259 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Oystercatcher, Black-bellied Plover, and Willet among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/5/2026Andover Rd1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/4/2026Ft. Fisher rec pier1 observed

Black-legged Kittiwake

Rissa tridactyla

3/3/2026Oak Island Pier, Oak Island, North Carolina, US (33.904, -78.082)1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

2/28/2026Carolina Beach Lake1 observed

Purple Martin

Progne subis

2/28/2026Carolina Beach Lake3 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/21/2026576 Vela Path Southeast, Bolivia, North Carolina, US (33.962, -78.188)3 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/20/20267600–8000 Lee Buck Rd SE, Winnabow US-NC 34.12521, -78.026371 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

43/4/2026

Black-bellied Plover

13/4/2026

Willet

13/4/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

43/4/2026

Laughing Gull

123/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

223/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Brown Pelican

83/4/2026

Song Sparrow

43/4/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

43/4/2026

Black Scoter

23/2/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

3/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3/2/2026

Great Cormorant

13/2/2026

Marsh Wren

13/2/2026

Carolina Wren

3/2/2026

Eastern Towhee

13/2/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

3/2/2026

Mourning Dove

13/1/2026

Dunlin

53/1/2026

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

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks?
Notable species at Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks include American Oystercatcher, Black-bellied Plover, Willet, Ruddy Turnstone, Laughing Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks?
Birding at Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks?
Fort Fisher - Federal Point/The Rocks offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.