Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalLake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 262 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and lake habitat attracts Common Gallinule, American Coot, and Anhinga 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

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

3/6/2026700–716 Arundel Ave, Georgetown US-SC 33.48515, -79.190852 observed

Reddish Egret

Egretta rufescens

3/5/2026Huntington Beach SP1 observed

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

3/5/2026Huntington Beach SP -- Sandpiper Pond Observation Deck & Nature Trail1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/5/2026Huntington Beach SP--Mullet Pond1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026Huntington Beach State Park, Murrells Inlet US-SC 33.50973, -79.069061 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

3/4/2026Huntington Beach SP--North Beach/Jetty/Dunes Trail2 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

3/1/2026Huntington Beach SP3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

13/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

63/6/2026

Bufflehead

123/6/2026

Clapper Rail

13/6/2026

Sora

13/6/2026

Common Gallinule

203/6/2026

American Coot

453/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/6/2026

Wood Stork

13/6/2026

Anhinga

53/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

83/6/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

113/6/2026

Little Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Tricolored Heron

23/6/2026

Snowy Egret

113/6/2026

Great Egret

63/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond for birding?
The best months to visit Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond?
Notable species at Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond include Common Gallinule, American Coot, Anhinga, Black-crowned Night Heron, Osprey. The area supports coastal, lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond?
Birding at Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond?
Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.