Lake birding habitat

Keystone Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Keystone Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

5/21/2026Yellow Creek North Shore1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/21/2026Yellow Creek North Shore49 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/18/2026Kunkle Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

115/30/2026

Wild Turkey

15/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Ovenbird

55/30/2026

Hooded Warbler

15/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/25/2026

Gray Catbird

25/25/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/25/2026

Song Sparrow

25/25/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/25/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/25/2026

Chestnut-sided Warbler

15/25/2026

Indigo Bunting

15/25/2026

American Crow

15/25/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/25/2026

Northern House Wren

25/25/2026

Carolina Wren

15/25/2026

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 Keystone Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Keystone Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Keystone Lake?
Notable species at Keystone Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Keystone Lake?
Birding at Keystone Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Keystone Lake?
Keystone Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.