Forest birding habitat

Conejohela Flats

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conejohela Flats is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and American Wigeon 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

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/15/2026Brunner Island Wetlands1 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/15/2026Samuel S. Lewis SP1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/14/2026Buck Heights Woods, Quarryville, Pennsylvania2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/14/2026Lock 12 Historic Area1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Woods Edge Park1 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

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/10/2026Spring Valley County Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/10/2026Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/10/2026Penn State York1 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/5/2026William H. Kain County Park--Lake Redman Boardwalk1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

404/12/2026

Tundra Swan

14/12/2026

Mallard

124/12/2026

Green-winged Teal

44/12/2026

Common Merganser

84/12/2026

American Coot

204/12/2026

Ring-billed Gull

114/12/2026

Caspian Tern

24/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

304/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

124/12/2026

Bald Eagle

34/12/2026

Fish Crow

44/12/2026

Tree Swallow

24/12/2026

Carolina Wren

24/12/2026

Song Sparrow

24/12/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

54/12/2026

Common Grackle

54/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

44/12/2026

Wood Duck

54/12/2026

American Black Duck

74/12/2026

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 Conejohela Flats for birding?
The best months to visit Conejohela Flats for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Conejohela Flats?
Notable species at Conejohela Flats include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Conejohela Flats?
Birding at Conejohela Flats is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Conejohela Flats?
Conejohela Flats offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.