Forest birding habitat

Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 292 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mute Swan, and Northern Shoveler 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

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/31/2026Gull point trail and observation towers1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/31/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/27/2026Lake City Farm Pond1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

5/27/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/26/2026Gull Point Trail Head and parking lot1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/26/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/25/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)2 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/21/2026460 Sparkhill Ave, Erie US-PA (42.1628,-80.0054)1 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

5/20/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/20/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

25/30/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

85/30/2026

Mourning Dove

45/30/2026

Killdeer

25/30/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

205/30/2026

Dunlin

45/30/2026

Least Sandpiper

25/30/2026

Ring-billed Gull

65/30/2026

American Herring Gull

355/30/2026

Caspian Tern

45/30/2026

Green Heron

15/30/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/30/2026

Osprey

35/30/2026

Bald Eagle

15/30/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

25/30/2026

Eastern Kingbird

45/30/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

85/30/2026

Tree Swallow

605/30/2026

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 Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point for birding?
The best months to visit Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point?
Notable species at Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point include Canada Goose, Mute Swan, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point?
Birding at Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point?
Presque Isle State Park - Gull Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.