Lake birding habitat

Muddy Run Reservoir

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Muddy Run Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/11/2026Hillview1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/11/2026State Game Lands 83--Kline Rd.1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/7/2026355 Piney Hill Road, Airville, Pennsylvania, US (39.794, -76.426)9 observed

Willet (Western)

Tringa semipalmata

7/5/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)1 observed

Brown-headed Nuthatch

Sitta pusilla

6/29/2026Goat Hill Serpentine Barrens1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

6/28/2026Nottingham County Park--east fields2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

47/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

107/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

107/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

57/3/2026

Bald Eagle

27/3/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

17/3/2026

Northern Flicker

27/3/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/3/2026

Blue Jay

17/3/2026

American Crow

57/3/2026

Purple Martin

27/3/2026

Barn Swallow

27/3/2026

Carolina Wren

47/3/2026

European Starling

47/3/2026

Brown Thrasher

27/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/3/2026

Wood Thrush

27/3/2026

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 Muddy Run Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Muddy Run Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Muddy Run Reservoir?
Notable species at Muddy Run Reservoir include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Muddy Run Reservoir?
Birding at Muddy Run Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Muddy Run Reservoir?
Muddy Run Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.