Lake birding habitat

Colyer Lake Recreation Area

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Colyer Lake Recreation Area is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 243 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-billed Gull 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

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/15/2026Stone Valley Recreation Area--Lake Perez1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/2026Dreibelbis Birding Area (formerly Julian Wetlands)3 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/15/20266375 Licking Creek Rd.1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/15/2026Tussey Mtn. Hawk Watch--main site (Huntingdon Co.)1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/15/2026PSU (Univ. Park)--central campus1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

14/14/2026

American Crow

14/14/2026

American Robin

14/14/2026

Cedar Waxwing

234/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

64/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/14/2026

Canada Goose

24/14/2026

Wood Duck

24/14/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/14/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/14/2026

Cooper's Hawk

14/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

24/14/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/14/2026

Blue Jay

34/14/2026

Common Raven

24/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

34/14/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

24/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Colyer Lake Recreation Area for birding?
The best months to visit Colyer Lake Recreation Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Colyer Lake Recreation Area?
Notable species at Colyer Lake Recreation Area include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-billed Gull, Red-tailed Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Colyer Lake Recreation Area?
Birding at Colyer Lake Recreation Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Colyer Lake Recreation Area?
Colyer Lake Recreation Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.