Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park

Virginia · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park is a productive birding destination in Virginia, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Gadwall among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Tundra Swan Gadwall Mallard Green-winged Teal

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

3/6/2026Queen Sound Landing1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/5/20263461 Worcester Highway, Snow Hill, Maryland, US (38.127, -75.455)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

652/27/2026

Tundra Swan

52/27/2026

Gadwall

42/27/2026

Mallard

62/27/2026

Green-winged Teal

82/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/27/2026

Mourning Dove

52/27/2026

American Oystercatcher

12/27/2026

Black-bellied Plover

22/27/2026

Killdeer

12/27/2026

Semipalmated Plover

12/27/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

22/27/2026

Willet

12/27/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

22/27/2026

American Herring Gull

242/27/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

12/27/2026

Common Loon

32/27/2026

Black-crowned Night Heron

12/27/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/27/2026

Black Vulture

12/27/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Huntley Meadows Park

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Great Falls Park

Potomac gorge park with breeding Cerulean Warblers, dramatic river views, and rich spring migration.

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Notable species at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Birding at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park?▼

Chincoteague Veterans Memorial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.