Lake birding habitat

Lake Somerset

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Somerset is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 266 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Wood Duck, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/15/2026Glenmoor3 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/14/2026PA State Gamelands 111, end of Brushtown Rd, Confluence US-PA 39.87411, -79.341182 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/14/2026Lake Somerset (IBA)1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/12/2026Allegheny Front Hawk Watch4 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/6/2026Powdermill Nature Reserve1 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/2/2026Pond off May Apple Rd, Confluence US-PA (39.9110,-79.3609)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/15/2026

Wood Duck

24/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/15/2026

Tree Swallow

24/15/2026

Carolina Wren

14/15/2026

American Robin

14/15/2026

Chipping Sparrow

34/15/2026

Swamp Sparrow

14/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

154/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/15/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/15/2026

House Sparrow

14/15/2026

Song Sparrow

34/15/2026

Eastern Towhee

24/15/2026

Common Merganser

34/14/2026

Bald Eagle

14/14/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/14/2026

Field Sparrow

14/14/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

14/14/2026

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 Somerset for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Somerset for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Somerset?
Notable species at Lake Somerset include Wood Duck, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Somerset?
Birding at Lake Somerset is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Somerset?
Lake Somerset offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.