Lake birding habitat

Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes]

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes] is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Common Nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

6/1/2026Home1 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/1/2026Enos B. Godshall Park/Banbury-Mopac Trail1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Mill Hill Preservation Area1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/1/2026Rodale Experimental Farm1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

6/1/2026Hopewell Big Woods Trail, lower half1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

6/1/20263698 Water Street Road, Collegeville, Pennsylvania, US (40.19, -75.405)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/1/2026Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve (closed Tuesdays)2 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026The Hampshire Court

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

5/31/2026Backyard1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/2026The Hampshire Court1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/31/2026Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve (closed Tuesdays)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/31/2026Trexler Memorial Park1 observed

Magnolia Warbler

Setophaga magnolia

5/31/2026Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve (closed Tuesdays)1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/31/2026Schuylkill River (Union Meadows to Ganshahawny Park)13 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Blue Jay

46/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

16/1/2026

Brown Thrasher

26/1/2026

Chipping Sparrow

26/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

36/1/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

16/1/2026

Canada Goose

6/1/2026

Mourning Dove

36/1/2026

Chimney Swift

46/1/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

26/1/2026

Tree Swallow

46/1/2026

Purple Martin

56/1/2026

Gray Catbird

36/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/1/2026

American Robin

36/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

46/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes] for birding?
The best months to visit Green Lane Reservoir [excludes 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 Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes]?
Notable species at Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes] include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes]?
Birding at Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes] is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes]?
Green Lane Reservoir [excludes Knight/Deep Creek Lakes] offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.