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

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/19/2026Hillview1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

7/19/2026Robert A. Kinsley Nature Preserve (formerly Hellam Hills)1 observed

Northern Harrier

Circus hudsonius

7/19/2026Middle Creek WMA--New Pond (Auto Tour Stop 3.5) (Lancaster Co.)1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

7/15/2026Farmhouse

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

7/12/2026Froelich Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

167/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/20/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/20/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

27/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

37/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

37/20/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/20/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

American Crow

37/20/2026

Fish Crow

17/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/20/2026

Tufted Titmouse

17/20/2026

Barn Swallow

77/20/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

27/20/2026

Northern House Wren

37/20/2026

Carolina Wren

37/20/2026

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.