River/Riparian birding habitat

Raccoon Creek State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Raccoon Creek State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Merganser, and Killdeer 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

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

6/1/2026Wingfield Pines1 observed

Gray-cheeked Thrush

Catharus minimus

5/29/2026Tomlinson Run State Park, New Cumberland US-WV 40.54121, -80.586071 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

5/29/202615126, Imperial US-PA (40.4465,-80.3107)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

5/27/2026Sharon Road1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/26/2026Raccoon Creek SP1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/25/2026State Game Lands 1171 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

5/25/2026530 N Fourth St, Steubenville US-OH (40.3664,-80.6117)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/24/2026Fern Hollow Road, Sewickley, Pennsylvania, US (40.571, -80.158)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/22/2026160 Klein Rd, New Brighton US-PA 40.76470, -80.286661 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/21/2026Raccoon Creek SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Pileated Woodpecker

16/1/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

16/1/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

26/1/2026

Wood Thrush

26/1/2026

American Robin

46/1/2026

Chipping Sparrow

16/1/2026

Eastern Towhee

26/1/2026

Ovenbird

16/1/2026

Scarlet Tanager

16/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/1/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

16/1/2026

Northern Flicker

16/1/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

26/1/2026

Blue Jay

16/1/2026

American Crow

16/1/2026

Hooded Warbler

26/1/2026

Canada Goose

146/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Chimney Swift

26/1/2026

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Raccoon Creek State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Raccoon Creek State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Raccoon Creek State Park?
Notable species at Raccoon Creek State Park include Canada Goose, Common Merganser, Killdeer, American Herring Gull, Blue Jay. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Raccoon Creek State Park?
Birding at Raccoon Creek State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Raccoon Creek State Park?
Raccoon Creek State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.