Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road

Maryland · Northeast

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Habitat

LakeRiver/Riparian

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road is a productive birding destination in Maryland, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy Woodpecker among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-tailed Hawk Red-bellied Woodpecker Downy Woodpecker Pileated Woodpecker American Kestrel

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

6/1/2026New Germany State Park2 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

6/1/2026Bear Run Nature Reserve/Fallingwater1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

6/1/2026Good Hope Rd. (Garrett Co.)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

5/31/2026Laurel Ridge SP (Fayette Co.)1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Cranesville Swamp (WV)1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

5/30/2026New Germany State Park1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Good Hope Rd. (Garrett Co.)1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/29/2026Good Hope Rd. (Garrett Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

25/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

25/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

35/31/2026

American Goldfinch

35/31/2026

Field Sparrow

15/31/2026

Eastern Towhee

25/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/31/2026

Hooded Warbler

15/31/2026

American Redstart

35/31/2026

Northern Parula

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road?▼

Notable species at Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road include Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, American Kestrel. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road?▼

Birding at Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road?▼

Youghiogheny River Reservoir - Old Morgantown Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.