Forest birding habitat

Little Buffalo State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Little Buffalo State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Bald Eagle, Mourning Dove, and Barred Owl 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

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

7/22/2026Appalachian Trail--Peters Mtn. Rd.1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

7/18/2026338 West Juniata Parkway Millerstown,Pa1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/14/2026Millerstown Area Community Park1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/13/2026Mom & Dad's House1 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

7/13/202619537-20161 Pennsylvania 333, Thompsontown, Pennsylvania, US (40.533, -77.285) James Nelson Wild Area2 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/13/2026Millerstown Area Community Park2 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/12/202619537-20161 Pennsylvania 333, Thompsontown, Pennsylvania, US (40.533, -77.285) James Nelson Wild Area1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/11/2026State Game Lands 290--Haldeman Island1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/11/2026Berrier Island (Private)4 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/11/2026Ferry Boat Campsite1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/10/20267645 Cedar Springs Road, Mifflintown, Pennsylvania, US (40.593, -77.255)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Chimney Swift

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/20/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

17/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

American Crow

17/20/2026

Tree Swallow

107/20/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

47/20/2026

Barn Swallow

17/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/20/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

17/20/2026

Gray Catbird

27/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/20/2026

Wood Thrush

37/20/2026

American Robin

17/20/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/20/2026

House Finch

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Little Buffalo State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Little Buffalo State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Little Buffalo State Park?
Notable species at Little Buffalo State Park include Bald Eagle, Mourning Dove, Barred Owl, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Little Buffalo State Park?
Birding at Little Buffalo State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Little Buffalo State Park?
Little Buffalo State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.