Lake birding habitat

Lake Towhee County Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Towhee County Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Northern Pintail 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

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/20261988–1992 Mountain View Dr, Ottsville US-PA 40.48141, -75.201651 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/15/2026Holland Twp. Old River Road1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/15/2026Jordan Creek Parkway1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/15/2026peace valley bridge1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/15/2026Gwynedale, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, US (40.23, -75.307)1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/15/2026Peace Valley Park--Nature Center1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/14/2026Nockamixon SP2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/14/2026Aarons Ave, New Britain1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/14/2026Evansburg SP--North of Rte. 731 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/14/2026The Swamp1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

4/13/2026Green Lane Park--Walt Rd.1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/13/2026Green Lane Park--Walt Rd.1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/12/2026

Mourning Dove

14/12/2026

Osprey

24/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

44/12/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/12/2026

Northern Flicker

14/12/2026

Blue Jay

84/12/2026

American Crow

24/12/2026

Fish Crow

14/12/2026

Common Raven

14/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

34/12/2026

Tree Swallow

54/12/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/12/2026

Northern House Wren

14/12/2026

Carolina Wren

34/12/2026

Eastern Bluebird

34/12/2026

American Robin

54/12/2026

American Goldfinch

54/12/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/12/2026

White-throated Sparrow

64/12/2026

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 Towhee County Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Towhee County Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Towhee County Park?
Notable species at Lake Towhee County Park include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Hooded Merganser, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Towhee County Park?
Birding at Lake Towhee County Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Towhee County Park?
Lake Towhee County Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.