Lake birding habitat

Pine Run Reservoir

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pine Run Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, and Great Blue Heron 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

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

6/1/20263698 Water Street Road, Collegeville, Pennsylvania, US (40.19, -75.405)1 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

6/1/2026Playground at New Market Dr (40.2904,-75.3338)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

6/1/2026Fehon Backyard

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/31/2026Fehon Backyard

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Fehon Backyard

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/31/2026451 Newell Dr, Huntingdon Valley US-PA (40.1374,-75.0423)

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

5/31/2026451 Newell Dr, Huntingdon Valley US-PA (40.1374,-75.0423)

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/31/2026Elkins Park, PA

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/31/2026Elkins Park, PA

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/31/2026Dixon Meadow Preserve1 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/31/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Heuser Park/Schuylkill River West Trail (incl. Upper Merion WTP)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

35/25/2026

Mourning Dove

35/25/2026

Solitary Sandpiper

15/25/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/25/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/25/2026

Downy Woodpecker

35/25/2026

Northern Flicker

15/25/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

35/25/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/25/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/25/2026

Blue Jay

25/25/2026

American Crow

65/25/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/25/2026

Tree Swallow

125/25/2026

Barn Swallow

35/25/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/25/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/25/2026

Northern House Wren

15/25/2026

Carolina Wren

25/25/2026

European Starling

15/25/2026

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 Pine Run Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Pine Run Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pine Run Reservoir?
Notable species at Pine Run Reservoir include Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pine Run Reservoir?
Birding at Pine Run Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pine Run Reservoir?
Pine Run Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.