Fort Moultrie National Monument

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fort Moultrie National Monument is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Red-breasted Merganser, Killdeer, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Reddish Egret

Egretta rufescens

3/5/2026Auto selected 32.75983, -79.830351 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/4/2026Charleston Battery4 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

3/4/2026Fort Sumter National Monument (not for observations from ferry ride)1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/3/2026Charles Towne Landing1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/20265552 Stono View Dr2 observed

Nelson's Sparrow (Interior)

Ammospiza nelsoni

3/1/2026Eagle Point Road Saltmarsh8 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Merganser

33/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

83/4/2026

American Herring Gull

43/4/2026

Common Loon

23/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/4/2026

Brown Pelican

33/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

House Finch

33/4/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/3/2026

Savannah Sparrow

103/3/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

43/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

42/28/2026

Mourning Dove

32/28/2026

Willet

22/28/2026

Laughing Gull

32/28/2026

Forster's Tern

22/28/2026

Osprey

12/28/2026

Cooper's Hawk

12/28/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Moultrie National Monument for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Moultrie National Monument for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fort Moultrie National Monument?
Notable species at Fort Moultrie National Monument include Red-breasted Merganser, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, Common Loon. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Moultrie National Monument?
Birding at Fort Moultrie National Monument is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Fort Moultrie National Monument?
Fort Moultrie National Monument offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.