River/Riparian birding habitat

Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

7/12/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

7/12/2026Valley Forge NHP2 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/12/2026Valley Forge NHP1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/12/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park8 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

7/12/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

7/12/2026Nockamixon SP--Marina2 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

7/11/2026Evansburg SP--South of Ridge Pk.1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

7/11/2026Peace Valley Park (IBA)1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

7/10/2026Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/10/2026John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

257/12/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

67/12/2026

Green Heron

17/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/12/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/12/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/12/2026

Blue Jay

17/12/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/12/2026

Gray Catbird

17/12/2026

House Finch

17/12/2026

American Goldfinch

17/12/2026

Field Sparrow

17/12/2026

Song Sparrow

17/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/12/2026

Common Grackle

17/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/12/2026

Wood Duck

307/12/2026

Mallard

207/12/2026

Mourning Dove

47/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/12/2026

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 Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes for birding?
The best months to visit Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Notable species at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Birding at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.