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-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

5/31/2026Laurel Ridge SP (Fayette Co.)1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/26/2026SV Ridge1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/26/2026PARC1 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/25/2026Ethel Springs Lake1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/23/2026Duck Pond Rd.2 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

5/21/2026Duck Pond Rd.1 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/21/2026Acme Dam/Chestnut Ridge Park1 observed

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

5/20/2026Golf Club at Hidden Valley, Somerset US-PA (40.0557,-79.2386)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Crow

15/29/2026

American Robin

15/29/2026

Yellow-throated Warbler

15/29/2026

Canada Goose

335/20/2026

Mourning Dove

15/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/20/2026

Killdeer

25/20/2026

Green Heron

15/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/20/2026

Northern Flicker

15/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/20/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/20/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/20/2026

Common Raven

25/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/20/2026

Bank Swallow

15/20/2026

Barn Swallow

55/20/2026

Northern House Wren

25/20/2026

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.