River/Riparian birding habitat

Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers)

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Merganser, and Ruddy Duck 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

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

6/3/2026Tyler Arboretum1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

6/3/2026Tyler Arboretum1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

6/3/2026Philadelphia Naval Yard (restricted access)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

6/3/2026Evesham Township--New Road1 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

6/2/2026Fehon Backyard

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

6/2/2026Meadowbrook PA (private residence)1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

6/2/2026Philadelphia Country Club, Gladwyne US-PA 40.06153, -75.292541 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/2/2026Independence NHP1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

6/2/2026Morris Arboretum1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

6/2/20261101–1219 Cathedral Rd, Bryn Athyn US-PA (40.1395,-75.0715)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

6/2/2026Graffiti Pier1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

6/1/20261803 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US (39.964, -75.168)1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

6/1/2026Raccoon Creek5 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

125/25/2026

Mallard

15/25/2026

Laughing Gull

35/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

805/25/2026

American Herring Gull

25/25/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

25/25/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/25/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/25/2026

Mourning Dove

35/25/2026

Chimney Swift

55/25/2026

Osprey

15/25/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/25/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/25/2026

Fish Crow

35/25/2026

Tree Swallow

155/25/2026

Barn Swallow

55/25/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/25/2026

European Starling

175/25/2026

Gray Catbird

45/25/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) for birding?
The best months to visit Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers)?
Notable species at Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) include Canada Goose, Common Merganser, Ruddy Duck, Ring-billed Gull, American Robin. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers)?
Birding at Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers)?
Delaware River Trail - Reed Saint (incl. piers) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.