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

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/15/2026Samuel S. Lewis SP1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

4/14/2026Home1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/14/2026Buck Heights Woods, Quarryville, Pennsylvania2 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/14/2026Lock 12 Historic Area1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

4/14/2026Susquehanna State Park1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/10/2026Spring Valley County Park1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/10/2026Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/9/2026Nottingham County Park1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/9/2026Nottingham County Park1 observed

White-breasted Nuthatch (Eastern)

Sitta carolinensis

4/3/2026Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve2 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/3/2026Conejohela Flats (IBA)1 observed

House Finch (Common)

Haemorhous mexicanus

4/1/2026208 Holstein Court4 observed

American Robin (migratorius Group)

Turdus migratorius

4/1/2026208 Holstein Court2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

34/5/2026

Blue Jay

14/5/2026

American Crow

24/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/5/2026

Carolina Wren

24/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

64/5/2026

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.