Forest birding habitat

Plummer's Hollow

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Plummer's Hollow is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mallard, Rock Pigeon, and Blue Jay 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

6/2/2026Creek1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

6/2/2026Shaver's Creek Env. Center--Hawks View Meadow1 observed

Blackpoll Warbler

Setophaga striata

6/2/2026Pine Grove Mills - Kirk Street1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

6/2/2026Mid-State Airport1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

6/1/2026Dreibelbis Birding Area (formerly Julian Wetlands)2 observed

Bay-breasted Warbler

Setophaga castanea

6/1/2026Canoe Creek SP (IBA)1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

6/1/2026Canoe Creek SP (IBA)1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

6/1/2026Pine Grove Mills - Kirk Street1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

5/31/2026Old Crow Wetland

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/31/2026Plummer's Hollow1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

96/2/2026

Chimney Swift

206/2/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

96/2/2026

Bald Eagle

16/2/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

16/2/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/2/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Blue Jay

16/2/2026

Fish Crow

16/2/2026

Common Raven

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

36/2/2026

Barn Swallow

16/2/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

16/2/2026

Carolina Wren

16/2/2026

European Starling

26/2/2026

Gray Catbird

16/2/2026

American Robin

26/2/2026

Cedar Waxwing

16/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Plummer's Hollow for birding?
The best months to visit Plummer's Hollow for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Plummer's Hollow?
Notable species at Plummer's Hollow include Mallard, Rock Pigeon, Blue Jay, American Crow, Common Raven. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Plummer's Hollow?
Birding at Plummer's Hollow is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Plummer's Hollow?
Plummer's Hollow offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.