Forest birding habitat

Codorus State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Codorus State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, and Canada Goose 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/15/2026East Confederate Ave. GNMP1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

4/15/2026Wakefield Valley Park

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

4/13/2026Long Arm Reservoir1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/13/20261 McCurley Dr, New Freedom US-PA 39.72638, -76.693471 observed

Spotted Sandpiper

Actitis macularius

4/13/2026William H. Kain County Park--Lake Redman Boardwalk1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/12/2026William H. Kain County Park--Lake Redman Boardwalk1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/12/2026Penn State York1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

4/11/2026Prettyboy Reservoir--Dam3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/11/2026802 High Rock Road, Hanover, Pennsylvania, US (39.861, -76.949)1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/10/2026Spring Valley County Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

14/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/11/2026

Common Loon

14/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/11/2026

Turkey Vulture

34/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Blue Jay

54/11/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/11/2026

Tree Swallow

74/11/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/11/2026

European Starling

34/11/2026

Brown Thrasher

14/11/2026

Northern Mockingbird

34/11/2026

Eastern Bluebird

34/11/2026

American Goldfinch

44/11/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/11/2026

Song Sparrow

14/11/2026

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 Codorus State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Codorus State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Codorus State Park?
Notable species at Codorus State Park include Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Trumpeter Swan. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Codorus State Park?
Birding at Codorus State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Codorus State Park?
Codorus State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.