Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres)

Vermont · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) is a productive birding destination in Vermont, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Pileated Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Knight Point State Park1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

3/6/2026Saxon Hill Recreational Area1 observed

Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

3/5/2026Grand Isle Ferry Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/5/2026

American Goldfinch

13/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Shrike

13/5/2026

Brown Creeper

13/5/2026

Bohemian Waxwing

333/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/4/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

122/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) for birding?
The best months to visit Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres)?
Notable species at Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) include Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres)?
Birding at Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres)?
Colchester Pond - Colchester (186 acres) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.