Over 300 species of birds have been documented at Back Bay Refuge. Bird watching is a popular activity at all times of year, as different groups of birds migrate through at different times.
The Raptor Trail and the area near the Visitor Center are popular spots for viewing songbirds and wintering waterfowl. Many bird watchers will also walk to the beach in search of birds using the shoreline and near-shore environments. The East or West Dike Trail provide opportunities to view birds in the refuge’s impoundment complex. The impoundment complex is open seasonally from April 1 through October 31.
Check out Recent Sightings on eBird
Many birders document and share their bird sightings. This is a great way to learn what has been seen recently at the wildlife refuge, including unusual or rare sightings.
Back Bay NWR eBird Page
