Urban Park birding habitat

Bradford Dam/Nike Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Bradford Dam/Nike Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 233 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Killdeer 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

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/21/2026Palmyra Cove Nature Park1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/21/2026Dixon Meadow Preserve1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

7/21/2026Meadowbrook PA (private residence)1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

7/20/2026Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/20/2026Evansburg SP--Mill Rd. to Rte. 73 (Day Use Area/Lesher)1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/20/2026Holy Sepulchre Cemetery3 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

7/20/2026Pennypack on the Delaware1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

7/20/2026Pennypack on the Delaware4 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/20/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/19/2026Maple Knoll Farms (restricted access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

157/21/2026

Wood Duck

67/21/2026

Mallard

17/21/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

27/21/2026

Green Heron

37/21/2026

Great Egret

27/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

137/21/2026

Northern Flicker

17/21/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

17/21/2026

Tree Swallow

37/21/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

47/21/2026

Barn Swallow

87/21/2026

Gray Catbird

37/21/2026

American Robin

17/21/2026

Cedar Waxwing

87/21/2026

American Goldfinch

27/21/2026

Song Sparrow

37/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

207/21/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bradford Dam/Nike Park for birding?
The best months to visit Bradford Dam/Nike Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Bradford Dam/Nike Park?
Notable species at Bradford Dam/Nike Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Killdeer, American Woodcock, Eastern Screech-Owl. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bradford Dam/Nike Park?
Birding at Bradford Dam/Nike Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Bradford Dam/Nike Park?
Bradford Dam/Nike Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.