Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Northern Pintail among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mallard Northern Pintail Ring-necked Duck Hooded Merganser

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/15/202611813 Northwood Dr, Guys Mills US-PA 41.63357, -79.971891 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/15/202611813 Northwood Dr, Guys Mills US-PA 41.63357, -79.971891 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds2 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/14/202611604–11624 N Lake Rd, Linesville US-PA 41.62045, -80.499792 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

4/12/2026Conneaut Marsh--McMichael/Brown Hill Rd.20 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/12/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds6 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/11/2026Teakettle Rd, Conneaut Lake US-PA 41.60937, -80.423121 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

4/11/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

4/11/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

4/8/2026SGL 213 Hilgendorf Wetlands (Restricted Access)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/15/2026

American Robin

24/15/2026

Song Sparrow

14/15/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

14/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

44/12/2026

Gadwall

64/12/2026

Mallard

34/12/2026

Ring-necked Duck

304/12/2026

Bufflehead

24/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Blue Jay

24/12/2026

Tree Swallow

84/12/2026

European Starling

44/12/2026

Swamp Sparrow

24/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

254/12/2026

Common Grackle

74/12/2026

Wood Duck

44/12/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road?▼

Notable species at Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road include Canada Goose, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road?▼

Birding at Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road?▼

Conneaut Marsh - McMichael/Brown Hill Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.