Wetland birding habitat

Landingville Dam & Marsh

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Landingville Dam & Marsh is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Great Blue Heron 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

6/1/2026Lake Ontelaunee--Moselem Spring Rd.6 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

6/1/2026641 Mountain Road, Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, US (40.591, -76.389)1 observed

Carolina x Black-capped Chickadee (hybrid)

Poecile carolinensis x atricapillus

6/1/2026State Game Lands 106--Drehersville1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Leaser Lake1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/202665D66_32 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/30/2026N Church , Stricker Rd, Heidelberg Township, Berks , Pa4 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

5/30/2026Hawk Mountain Sanctuary--South Lookout1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

5/30/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Doves, Shartlesville (2012-present)2 observed

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

5/30/202624 Woodlawn Drive, Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, US (40.619, -76.219)1 observed

Brewster's Warbler (hybrid)

Vermivora chrysoptera x cyanoptera (F1 hybrid)

5/29/2026437-221 Wild Turkey Lane, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania, US (40.665, -75.96)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

225/30/2026

Mallard

85/30/2026

Common Merganser

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

45/30/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/30/2026

Chimney Swift

75/30/2026

Virginia Rail

25/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/30/2026

Green Heron

25/30/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/30/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/30/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

45/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

55/30/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Landingville Dam & Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Landingville Dam & Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Landingville Dam & Marsh?
Notable species at Landingville Dam & Marsh include Canada Goose, Mallard, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Landingville Dam & Marsh?
Birding at Landingville Dam & Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Landingville Dam & Marsh?
Landingville Dam & Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.