Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

Coastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal 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

Sanderling Brown Pelican Osprey Royal Tern Willet

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/31/2026Moraine SP--Waterfowl Observation Area1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/31/2026Kayaking around McDanels1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

5/31/2026Three Rivers Gravel Pond1 observed

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

5/31/2026Jackson School Rd, Volant US-PA 41.09646, -80.212241 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

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

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

5/30/2026North Liberty1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

15/29/2026

Killdeer

15/29/2026

Common Loon

15/29/2026

Osprey

25/29/2026

Northern Flicker

25/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

45/29/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/29/2026

Tree Swallow

25/29/2026

Barn Swallow

65/29/2026

Cliff Swallow

255/29/2026

American Robin

15/29/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

75/29/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/23/2026

Blue Jay

15/23/2026

Gray Catbird

15/23/2026

Song Sparrow

15/23/2026

Orchard Oriole

15/23/2026

Canada Goose

25/21/2026

Wood Duck

15/21/2026

Mallard

15/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
2
Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach for birding?▼

The best months to visit Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach?▼

Notable species at Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach?▼

Birding at Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach 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 - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach?▼

Moraine State Park - Barber Point/Watts Bay/Lakeview Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.