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

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/31/2026Ft. Indiantown Gap--Shuey Lake (restricted access)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/31/2026Michters Rd. (Lebanon Co.)1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

5/31/2026Shipoke, Harrisburg1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/202665D66_32 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

5/29/2026State Game Lands 210--Greenland Rd. (West End)3 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/27/2026Former State Hospital--Natural Area1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/25/2026State Game Lands 211--Stony Valley Railroad Grade (Dauphin Co.)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

65/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

25/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/30/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/30/2026

Blue Jay

15/30/2026

Tree Swallow

75/30/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

25/30/2026

Northern House Wren

25/30/2026

Gray Catbird

105/30/2026

Brown Thrasher

25/30/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/30/2026

Eastern Bluebird

65/30/2026

Wood Thrush

15/30/2026

American Robin

85/30/2026

American Goldfinch

35/30/2026

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.