Peace Valley Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, sunrise to sunset

About This Location

Peace Valley Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 296 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, and Green-winged Teal 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

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam39 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

3/6/2026Perkiomen Trail--Graterford Area1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/6/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary2 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/6/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/6/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Wissahickon Waterfowl Preserve1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/6/2026Giant parking lot1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/6/2026Giant parking lot1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/5/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park4 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/5/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam2 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

3/4/2026Pine Run Reservoir2 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/4/2026Parkside Place Park30 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Wigeon

3/5/2026

Northern Pintail

3/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

73/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/5/2026

Common Merganser

3/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

3/5/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

3/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

3/4/2026

Mourning Dove

13/4/2026

American Woodcock

43/4/2026

Eastern Screech-Owl

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

White-throated Sparrow

63/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

American Herring Gull

53/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

43/4/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

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 Peace Valley Park for birding?
The best months to visit Peace Valley Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Peace Valley Park?
Notable species at Peace Valley Park include American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Common Merganser, Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Northern Flicker. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Peace Valley Park?
Birding at Peace Valley Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
Is there an entrance fee at Peace Valley Park?
There is no entrance fee at Peace Valley Park. Hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
What amenities are available at Peace Valley Park?
Peace Valley Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.