Dreibelbis Birding Area

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Dreibelbis Birding Area is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 208 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

Canada Goose Wood Duck American Wigeon Mallard Blue Jay

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/15/2026Stone Valley Recreation Area--Lake Perez1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/15/2026PSU (Univ. Park)--central campus1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/15/2026Residential State College1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

4/14/2026Rothrock SF--West Chestnut St.1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/14/2026Haugh Family Preserve2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

114/14/2026

Wood Duck

124/14/2026

Hooded Merganser

54/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

Tree Swallow

84/14/2026

Barn Swallow

14/14/2026

European Starling

164/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/14/2026

American Robin

44/14/2026

American Goldfinch

14/14/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

64/14/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/14/2026

Carolina Wren

14/14/2026

Chipping Sparrow

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

24/14/2026

Killdeer

14/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Blue Jay

14/14/2026

Common Raven

14/14/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Dreibelbis Birding Area for birding?▼

The best months to visit Dreibelbis Birding Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Dreibelbis Birding Area?▼

Notable species at Dreibelbis Birding Area include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Mallard, Blue Jay. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Dreibelbis Birding Area?▼

Birding at Dreibelbis Birding Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Dreibelbis Birding Area?▼

Dreibelbis Birding Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.