Forest birding habitat

Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Mallard 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

4/13/2026State Game Lands 1091 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

4/13/2026Edinboro Lake1 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

4/10/2026Presque Isle Hawk Watch, site 21 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

4/8/2026Presque Isle SP--Long Pond Trail1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

4/6/2026Cranch Park2 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

4/3/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/14/2026

Wood Duck

44/14/2026

Northern Shoveler

14/14/2026

Mallard

4/14/2026

Bufflehead

124/14/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

4/14/2026

Rock Pigeon

14/14/2026

Mourning Dove

4/14/2026

Killdeer

24/14/2026

Dunlin

14/14/2026

Ring-billed Gull

4/14/2026

American Herring Gull

4/14/2026

Caspian Tern

4/14/2026

Forster's Tern

14/14/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Northern Flicker

24/14/2026

American Crow

4/14/2026

European Starling

4/14/2026

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 - Leo's Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing?
Notable species at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing?
Birding at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing 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 - Leo's Landing?
Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.