Forest birding habitat

Curwensville Dam Rec Area

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Curwensville Dam Rec Area is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Common Merganser, Killdeer, 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

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/14/2026Philipsburg Wetlands1 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

4/14/2026Philipsburg Wetlands1 observed

Forster's Tern

Sterna forsteri

4/13/2026Curwensville Dam Rec Area3 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/9/2026Platt Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

64/16/2026

Bufflehead

64/16/2026

Common Merganser

24/16/2026

Mourning Dove

14/16/2026

Killdeer

24/16/2026

Wilson's Snipe

14/16/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

204/16/2026

Ring-billed Gull

294/16/2026

American Herring Gull

4/16/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/16/2026

Northern Flicker

24/16/2026

Blue Jay

44/16/2026

American Crow

24/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

4/16/2026

Brown Thrasher

34/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

34/16/2026

American Robin

4/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

24/16/2026

Field Sparrow

24/16/2026

Song Sparrow

14/16/2026

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 Curwensville Dam Rec Area for birding?
The best months to visit Curwensville Dam Rec Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Curwensville Dam Rec Area?
Notable species at Curwensville Dam Rec Area include Common Merganser, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Curwensville Dam Rec Area?
Birding at Curwensville Dam Rec Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Curwensville Dam Rec Area?
Curwensville Dam Rec Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.