Birdwatching

Get your binoculars out! Cape Cod’s diverse habitats and geography make the destination the perfect place to watch migratory birds during the spring and fall. Shorebirds of every variety, songbirds, hawks, osprey, snowy owls, and other rare species pass through our region on their migratory paths.

Wildlife sanctuaries, ponds, conservation areas, and the Cape Cod National Seashore provide some spectacular opportunities for birdwatching. Here are some great birdwatching spots recommended by local experts!