Forest birding habitat

Moraine State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Moraine State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/30/2026Moraine SP., McDanel's to Lakeview Beach1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

5/30/2026Moraine SP., McDanel's to Lakeview Beach1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

5/30/20261285 County Road 1013, Volant, Pennsylvania, US (41.076, -80.154)1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

5/30/2026Three Rivers Gravel Pond1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/30/2026North Liberty1 observed

Carolina Chickadee

Poecile carolinensis

5/29/2026Laurelwood1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/29/2026Moraine SP--McDanel's Boat Launch1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/26/2026Moraine SP, west of 528 bridge1 observed

American Coot (Red-shielded)

Fulica americana

5/26/2026Pennsylvania Swamp SGL 284, Volant US-PA 41.11433, -80.192271 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/24/2026Moraine SP--Muddy Creek Wetland1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/22/2026601–657 Calico Rd, West Sunbury US-PA 41.02992, -79.871471 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Chimney Swift

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

15/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/31/2026

Hooded Warbler

15/31/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

15/31/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

15/31/2026

Gray Catbird

15/31/2026

Wood Duck

15/30/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/30/2026

Osprey

45/30/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

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 Moraine State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Moraine State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Moraine State Park?
Notable species at Moraine State Park include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Moraine State Park?
Birding at Moraine State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Moraine State Park?
Moraine State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.