Bald Eagle State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bald Eagle State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 275 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Redhead, and Ring-necked Duck among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/5/2026167 Halby Lane, Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, US (40.86, -77.875)2 observed

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x rubripes

2/28/2026Sinking Creek Haven2 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/27/2026Axemann Rd. Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

153/3/2026

Redhead

53/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

43/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/3/2026

Merlin

13/3/2026

Blue Jay

13/3/2026

American Crow

113/3/2026

American Robin

13/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

83/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/3/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

12/27/2026

Downy Woodpecker

42/27/2026

Northern Flicker

12/27/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

12/27/2026

Tufted Titmouse

22/27/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/27/2026

Carolina Wren

12/27/2026

Eastern Bluebird

32/27/2026

Song Sparrow

12/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bald Eagle State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bald Eagle State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bald Eagle State Park?
Notable species at Bald Eagle State Park include Mallard, Redhead, Ring-necked Duck, Ring-billed Gull, Merlin. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bald Eagle State Park?
Birding at Bald Eagle State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bald Eagle State Park?
Bald Eagle State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.