A path through a lush green forest

Noel Dorwart Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Noel Dorwart Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and Downy Woodpecker 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Wood Thrush

Hylocichla mustelina

4/17/2026State Game Lands 145--Hicks Rd./Biddle Monument1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

4/17/2026480 Lakeview Drive, Lititz, Pennsylvania, US (40.211, -76.32)1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

4/17/2026Conestoga River Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/16/2026Home (Bridle Path)1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

4/16/2026Middle Creek WMA--Auto Tour (Lancaster Co.)5 observed

Cape May Warbler

Setophaga tigrina

4/15/2026Samuel S. Lewis SP1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

4/14/2026Zimmie's Auto1 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

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/13/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/11/2026New pond at Middle Creek1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

4/11/2026Middle Creek WMA--Auto Tour (Lancaster Co.)2 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/10/2026Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve1 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

4/9/2026Fox/Prescott Rd. Ponds/Fields1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

34/17/2026

Mourning Dove

74/17/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/17/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

24/17/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

24/17/2026

Downy Woodpecker

64/17/2026

Blue Jay

24/17/2026

American Crow

64/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/17/2026

Tree Swallow

54/17/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/17/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/17/2026

Carolina Wren

34/17/2026

European Starling

74/17/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/17/2026

Eastern Bluebird

64/17/2026

American Robin

134/17/2026

House Sparrow

34/17/2026

House Finch

64/17/2026

Purple Finch

34/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

  4. 4

    Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Noel Dorwart Park for birding?
The best months to visit Noel Dorwart Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Noel Dorwart Park?
Notable species at Noel Dorwart Park include Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, Canada Goose, American Woodcock, White-throated Sparrow, Northern Cardinal, Wilson's Snipe, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Noel Dorwart Park?
Birding at Noel Dorwart Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Noel Dorwart Park?
There is no entrance fee at Noel Dorwart Park. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Noel Dorwart Park?
Noel Dorwart Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.