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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/31/2026Noel Dorwart Park1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

5/31/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)6 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Noel Dorwart Park1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

5/28/2026Neighborhood1 observed

Osprey (American)

Pandion haliaetus

5/28/2026Holtwood Dam / Lock 121 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/28/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

5/28/2026Noel Dorwart Park1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/27/2026Blue Rock Rd. Boat Launch1 observed

Snowy Egret

Egretta thula

5/27/2026Blue Rock Rd. Boat Launch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

15/31/2026

Killdeer

65/31/2026

Semipalmated Plover

135/31/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/31/2026

Dunlin

35/31/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

15/31/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

15/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Fish Crow

35/31/2026

Tree Swallow

25/31/2026

Purple Martin

15/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

35/31/2026

Carolina Wren

25/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

65/31/2026

House Sparrow

45/31/2026

Orchard Oriole

25/31/2026

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.