Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)

North Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is a productive birding destination in North Carolina, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, and Ruddy Duck 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

Purple Martin

Progne subis

3/5/2026Lake Clermont Lot#423 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

3/4/20261601 York Street, New Bern, North Carolina, US (35.119, -77.097)Behind 3128 Elizabeth St.1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

2/24/2026Oyster Shell Rd. 35.27663, -76.937772 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/21/20265329 Trent Woods Dr, Trent Woods US-NC 35.07970, -77.124661 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/6/2026

Bufflehead

13/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

1413/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Laughing Gull

63/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/6/2026

Forster's Tern

13/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/6/2026

Red-throated Loon

13/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

203/6/2026

American Bittern

13/6/2026

Great Egret

113/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/6/2026

Brown Pelican

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Osprey

13/6/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding?
The best months to visit Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Notable species at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) include Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser, Ruddy Duck, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Birding at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry)?
Martin Marietta Park (Former Quarry) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.