Forest birding habitat

State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Bald Eagle 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-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

4/16/2026Pymatuning SP - Marina2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/16/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds2 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/16/2026Sunset1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

4/12/2026Conneaut Marsh--McMichael/Brown Hill Rd.20 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/12/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds6 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

4/11/2026Teakettle Rd, Conneaut Lake US-PA 41.60937, -80.423121 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

4/11/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds1 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

4/11/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/10/2026Alden Street1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

304/16/2026

Northern Shoveler

234/16/2026

Gadwall

404/16/2026

American Wigeon

204/16/2026

Canvasback

14/16/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

14/16/2026

Sandhill Crane

84/16/2026

Killdeer

34/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

24/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/16/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/16/2026

Northern Harrier

14/16/2026

Bald Eagle

24/16/2026

Belted Kingfisher

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

174/16/2026

Purple Martin

124/16/2026

European Starling

24/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

34/16/2026

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 State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds?
Notable species at State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds?
Birding at State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds?
State Game Lands 214 - Miller Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.