Mountain birding habitat

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Mountain
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This mountain habitat attracts American Crow and Golden-crowned Kinglet 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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

6/1/2026Rodale Experimental Farm1 observed

Carolina x Black-capped Chickadee (hybrid)

Poecile carolinensis x atricapillus

6/1/2026State Game Lands 106--Drehersville1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Leaser Lake1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

5/30/2026Hawk Mountain Sanctuary--South Lookout1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/30/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Doves, Shartlesville (2012-present)2 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

5/30/202624 Woodlawn Drive, Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, US (40.619, -76.219)1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/30/2026106 Willow Road, Ruscombmanor Township, Pennsylvania, US (40.438, -75.809) Fleetwood reservoir1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/29/2026437-221 Wild Turkey Lane, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania, US (40.665, -75.96)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/22/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

25/22/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

115/22/2026

Blue Jay

25/22/2026

Wood Thrush

45/22/2026

American Robin

25/22/2026

Ovenbird

125/22/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

55/22/2026

Scarlet Tanager

15/22/2026

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

35/22/2026

Mourning Dove

25/18/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/18/2026

Black Vulture

35/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

165/18/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

15/18/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/18/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/18/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/18/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout for birding?
The best months to visit Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout?
Notable species at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout include Mountain Bluebird, Clark's Nutcracker, White-tailed Ptarmigan, Townsend's Solitaire, Rosy-Finch. The area supports mountain habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout?
Birding at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout?
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - North Lookout offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.