Lake birding habitat

Memorial Lake State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Memorial Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

7/16/2026Mattis's Mill Road, Elizabethville, Pennsylvania, US (40.554, -76.834)1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

7/13/2026Sweet Arrow Lake County Park1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

7/13/2026SGL 229 Swamp1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

7/13/2026State Game Lands 210--Greenland Rd.2 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

7/11/2026State Game Lands 211--Cold Springs1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/9/2026Highspire Reservoir Park & Lisa Lake1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

7/8/2026State Game Lands 211/Appalachian Trail--Clark Creek1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

7/7/2026St. Anthony's Wilderness (IBA)1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/7/2026Susquehanna River--River Rd., Marysville (Dauphin Co.)2 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/7/2026Fort Indiantown Gap Restricted Access - Grantville CW1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

47/14/2026

Mourning Dove

27/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

27/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Northern Flicker

17/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/14/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/14/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

27/14/2026

Blue Jay

27/14/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/14/2026

Northern House Wren

27/14/2026

Carolina Wren

17/14/2026

European Starling

27/14/2026

Gray Catbird

67/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/14/2026

Hermit Thrush

17/14/2026

Wood Thrush

27/14/2026

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 Memorial Lake State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Memorial Lake State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Memorial Lake State Park?
Notable species at Memorial Lake State Park include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Memorial Lake State Park?
Birding at Memorial Lake State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Memorial Lake State Park?
Memorial Lake State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.