Urban Park birding habitat

Mammoth Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Mammoth Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Merganser 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

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/11/2026West Penn Trail, Saltsburg, Pennsylvania, US Open Area Between Elders Run Tunnel And Conemaugh River2 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/6/2026Laurel Ridge SP (Fayette Co.)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/3/2026SV Ridge1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wild Turkey

17/16/2026

Mourning Dove

17/16/2026

Chimney Swift

17/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/16/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

37/16/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

27/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/16/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

47/16/2026

Blue Jay

27/16/2026

American Crow

67/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

27/16/2026

Barn Swallow

47/16/2026

Northern House Wren

17/16/2026

European Starling

117/16/2026

Gray Catbird

27/16/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

87/16/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Mammoth Park for birding?
The best months to visit Mammoth Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Mammoth Park?
Notable species at Mammoth Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Killdeer. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mammoth Park?
Birding at Mammoth Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Mammoth Park?
Mammoth Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.