Silver Lake Park/Nature Center

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Silver Lake Park/Nature Center is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall 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

3/6/2026My yard1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/6/2026Crosswicks Creek, Bordentown US-NJ (40.1498,-74.7178)1 observed

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/5/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park4 observed

American Robin (nigrideus)

Turdus migratorius

3/5/2026Red Lion Rd. 21 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Rte. 206 (near Columbus Market)1 observed

Barred Owl

Strix varia

3/4/2026Casa and kitchen birding1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/4/2026Red Lion Rd. 21 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

3/4/2026Home1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/3/2026Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1503/2/2026

Wood Duck

53/2/2026

Gadwall

143/2/2026

Mallard

223/2/2026

American Black Duck

13/2/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/2/2026

Common Merganser

513/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

163/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

203/2/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

13/2/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/2/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Carolina Wren

13/2/2026

American Robin

53/2/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

43/2/2026

Turkey Vulture

63/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

42/28/2026

Mourning Dove

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

Blue Jay

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Silver Lake Park/Nature Center for birding?
The best months to visit Silver Lake Park/Nature Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Notable species at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Birding at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Silver Lake Park/Nature Center?
Silver Lake Park/Nature Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.