Description
Horn Harbor provides views of salt marsh, tidal creeks, flats, open bay waters, and limited land bird habitats along the approach to the landing. During summer, royal, common, and Forster’s terns, as well as other shorebirds can be seen in the nearby tidal habitats. In winter loons, grebes, northern gannet, and diving ducks frequent the area.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Horn Harbor Landing:
65 species have been reported at this site to date.
Recent Checklists:
| Date | # of Species | Submitted By |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Jan 2026 | 14 | Rochelle Colestock |
| 3 Jan 2026 | 14 | Anonymous eBirder |
| 3 Jan 2026 | 14 | Harry Colestock |
| 18 Dec 2025 | 19 | Harry Colestock |
| 24 Jul 2025 | 17 | cindy schulz |
Amenities & Accessibility Considerations
Site Amenities
- On-site Parking
- Boat Ramp
- No Fee or Permit/Pass Requirement
Maps & Directions
Location Coordinates: 37.366915, -76.275302
From SR 14 turn onto Rt. 608/Potato Neck Road and continue on for 2.9 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 649/Peary Rd. and continue for a short 0.3 miles before turning left onto Rt. 698/Captain Gene’s Road, continue 0.2 miles, and enter the gravel parking area at the dead-end.
Site Information
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