Napatree Point

Rhode Island · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Napatree Point is a productive birding destination in Rhode Island, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

3/5/2026273 Boom Bridge Rd, North Stonington US-CT 41.42504, -71.815651 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/2/2026Trustom Pond NWR1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/2/2026Stonington Town Dock & WWTP1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/2/2026Trustom Pond NWR--Moonstone Beach1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/2/2026Anthony Rd.1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

2/28/2026Block Island (please use more refined location)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Eastern or type 3)

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/28/2026Block Island (please use more refined location)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/28/2026Block Island (please use more refined location)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

2953/4/2026

Canada Goose

43/4/2026

Mute Swan

43/4/2026

American Black Duck

23/4/2026

Common Eider

423/4/2026

Surf Scoter

163/4/2026

Black Scoter

1113/4/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/4/2026

Bufflehead

13/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

193/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

123/4/2026

Sanderling

113/4/2026

Dunlin

13/4/2026

Purple Sandpiper

103/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/4/2026

American Herring Gull

333/4/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

13/4/2026

Horned Grebe

83/4/2026

Common Loon

63/4/2026

Mallard

32/28/2026

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

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Napatree Point for birding?
The best months to visit Napatree Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Napatree Point?
Notable species at Napatree Point include Brant, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, American Black Duck, Common Eider. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Napatree Point?
Birding at Napatree Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Napatree Point?
Napatree Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.