Lake birding habitat

Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/1/2026Harmony Hill Nature Area1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

6/1/2026Yorklin mill7 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

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

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026Baintree & Brandham (private property)120 observed

Brant

Branta bernicla

5/31/2026Kennett Square Kite and Shorebird Watch1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/31/2026Kennett Square Kite and Shorebird Watch500 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)3 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/31/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

5/31/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)4 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)3 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

5/31/20261110 Pocopson Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania, US (39.901, -75.626)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Blue Heron

15/27/2026

Black Vulture

15/27/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/27/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/27/2026

American Robin

25/27/2026

Song Sparrow

15/27/2026

Baltimore Oriole

25/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

85/27/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/27/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/27/2026

Canada Goose

65/22/2026

Mourning Dove

15/22/2026

Chimney Swift

205/22/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/22/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/22/2026

Tree Swallow

255/22/2026

Barn Swallow

105/22/2026

Gray Catbird

15/22/2026

Cedar Waxwing

85/22/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/22/2026

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 Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Notable species at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Birding at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.