State Game Lands 169

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

State Game Lands 169 is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Northern Harrier, Barred Owl, and Eastern Towhee among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Northern Harrier Barred Owl Eastern Towhee

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Pied-billed Grebe

Podilymbus podiceps

7/6/2026Opossum Lake1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

7/5/2026SGL 230 west 3BA1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

7/4/202676B34_21 observed

Chuck-will's-widow

Antrostomus carolinensis

7/2/2026Michaux SF--Piney Mtn./Bendersville Rd. Area1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

7/1/202635 Tressler Road, Loysville, Pennsylvania, US (40.368, -77.346)1 observed

Blue Grosbeak

Passerina caerulea

6/30/2026Aughwick CE Mt Zion rd at Rt 351 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

17/12/2026

Mallard

37/12/2026

Mourning Dove

27/12/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/12/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/12/2026

Barn Swallow

47/12/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/12/2026

Carolina Wren

27/12/2026

Gray Catbird

37/12/2026

Wood Thrush

17/12/2026

American Robin

17/12/2026

House Finch

27/12/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/12/2026

Common Yellowthroat

17/12/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/12/2026

Barred Owl

17/9/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/9/2026

Blue Jay

27/9/2026

American Crow

47/9/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit State Game Lands 169 for birding?▼

The best months to visit State Game Lands 169 for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at State Game Lands 169?▼

Notable species at State Game Lands 169 include Northern Harrier, Barred Owl, Eastern Towhee. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at State Game Lands 169?▼

Birding at State Game Lands 169 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at State Game Lands 169?▼

State Game Lands 169 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.