Presque Isle State Park
Pennsylvania · Northeast
Easy
April-May, September-October
Free
Open daily, 5 AM - sunset
About This Location
Presque Isle State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 333 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts American Tree Sparrow, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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
Spotted Sandpiper
Actitis macularius
Indigo Bunting
Passerina cyanea
Blue-headed Vireo
Vireo solitarius
White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)
Zonotrichia leucophrys
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Lapland Longspur
Calcarius lapponicus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Wood Duck
American Wigeon
Mallard
Lesser Scaup
Bufflehead
Red-breasted Merganser
Mourning Dove
Ring-billed Gull
American Herring Gull
Caspian Tern
Horned Grebe
Common Loon
Double-crested Cormorant
Great Blue Heron
Osprey
Belted Kingfisher
Downy Woodpecker
Northern Flicker
Blue Jay
Birding Tips
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Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
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Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.
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Purchase your day pass online in advance to avoid wait times at the entrance station.
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Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Presque Isle Lighthouse
- Tom Ridge Environmental Center
- Erie Maritime Museum
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