3 Natural Areas to Hear Spring Peeper Chorus Frogs!
By Natural Areas Conservancy on March 20, 2025
Spring has arrived! And with it, Spring Peepers! These small tree frogs come out of hibernation in the spring for mating season. Male Spring Peepers attract females with their distinct rapid whistling call, which is truly a delight to hear in person! They typically are found in and near vernal ponds, as the females lay eggs underwater. We’ve put together a list of 3 natural areas where you can hear (and maybe glimpse!) Spring Peepers for yourself. Please remember that they are delicate creatures and to be respectful of them and their habitat.
Where to Hear Spring Peepers
Cunningham Park: Vernal Ponds in the SE Preserve
Take the orange trail loop through the southeast preserve for the best chance of hearing Spring Peepers!
Staten Island Greenbelt: High Rock Park Vernal Ponds
Take the blue trail to Walker Pond! Along the way there will be plenty of other ponds that are home to Spring Peepers.
Van Cortlandt Park: Northeast Woods
Hike the John Muir Trail in the Northeast Woods where historically there have been abundant Spring Peepers!
While you’re out there check out the beautiful spring ephemerals!
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