River/Riparian birding habitat

Canoe Creek State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Canoe Creek State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Mourning Dove 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

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

5/31/2026Old Crow Wetland

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Plummer's Hollow1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/27/2026Plummer's Hollow1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/25/2026Northern Blair Co. Rec. Center--Ray Amato Memorial Trail1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

5/25/2026312 Penn St, Huntingdon US-PA 40.48398, -78.009881 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/23/2026Farm Pond - PV Blvd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

65/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/30/2026

American Crow

35/30/2026

Tree Swallow

155/30/2026

Northern House Wren

15/30/2026

Gray Catbird

45/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/30/2026

Eastern Bluebird

45/30/2026

American Robin

55/30/2026

House Sparrow

35/30/2026

American Goldfinch

15/30/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/30/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/30/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

155/30/2026

Common Grackle

55/30/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Canoe Creek State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Canoe Creek State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Canoe Creek State Park?
Notable species at Canoe Creek State Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Red-tailed Hawk, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Canoe Creek State Park?
Birding at Canoe Creek State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Canoe Creek State Park?
Canoe Creek State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.