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

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/14/2026Nockamixon SP2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/14/2026Aarons Ave, New Britain1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/14/2026Evansburg SP--North of Rte. 731 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/14/2026Nockamixon SP2 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/14/2026The Swamp1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/13/2026Black Rock Sanctuary1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/13/2026Green Lane Park--Walt Rd.1 observed

Green Heron

Butorides virescens

4/13/2026Schuylkill Canal Park (Lock 60)1 observed

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

4/13/2026The Hampshire Court1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

4/13/2026Perkiomen Trail--Graterford Area2 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/13/2026Perkiomen Trail--Graterford Area1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/12/2026Green Lane Park--Ward Rd./Knight Rd. Bridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-throated Loon

14/11/2026

Osprey

14/11/2026

Tree Swallow

754/11/2026

Bufflehead

14/11/2026

Common Merganser

194/11/2026

Caspian Tern

14/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

1704/11/2026

Cooper's Hawk

34/11/2026

Bald Eagle

14/11/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

14/11/2026

Canada Goose

504/5/2026

Mallard

64/5/2026

Mourning Dove

14/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

124/5/2026

Common Loon

234/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/5/2026

Blue Jay

14/5/2026

Common Raven

14/5/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

14/5/2026

American Robin

14/5/2026

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.