Lake birding habitat

Lake Minsi

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Minsi is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 233 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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Merganser (North American)

Mergus merganser

4/15/2026McMichael Creek Greenway2 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

4/15/2026Silver Valley Natural Area (Lake Mineola Marsh)2 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/15/2026Lake Minsi1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/14/202633 Swayze Mill Rd, Blairstown US-NJ 40.88046, -75.006991 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

4/14/2026Ridge and Valley Charter School (Restricted Access)1 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/12/2026Mill Pond Rd1 observed

Carolina Wren (Northern)

Thryothorus ludovicianus

4/9/2026John M. Mauser Nature Education Trail System (Tekening Trails)2 observed

Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Dryobates pubescens

4/9/2026John M. Mauser Nature Education Trail System (Tekening Trails)2 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

4/6/2026NJ Audubon Hariton Sanctuary1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/5/2026East Bangor Wetland Complex1 observed

White-winged Scoter

Melanitta deglandi

4/5/2026Lake Minsi3 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/4/2026Jane & Don’s1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

24/15/2026

Tree Swallow

24/15/2026

Purple Martin

54/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

34/15/2026

Common Grackle

34/15/2026

Canada Goose

224/15/2026

Wood Duck

104/15/2026

Mallard

74/15/2026

Hooded Merganser

14/15/2026

Wild Turkey

14/15/2026

Mourning Dove

34/15/2026

American Coot

54/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

14/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

34/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

94/15/2026

Green Heron

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

34/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/15/2026

Osprey

14/15/2026

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