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

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

7/16/2026State Game Lands 214--Teakettle Rd.1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

7/14/2026N Wayne Twp b/n SR193 & Hayes1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/11/2026Pymatuning SP--South Lake Rd. Area1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

7/11/202616110, Adamsville US-PA (41.5028,-80.3665)1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/9/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

7/9/2026Pymatuning SP--Spillway1 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/9/2026Pymatuning SP--Spillway2 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

7/7/2026State Game Lands 214--Miller Ponds10 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

107/12/2026

Sandhill Crane

57/12/2026

Killdeer

117/12/2026

Upland Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

17/12/2026

Purple Martin

147/12/2026

Savannah Sparrow

17/12/2026

Swamp Sparrow

27/12/2026

Bobolink

17/12/2026

Osprey

27/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

67/11/2026

Northern Harrier

17/11/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/11/2026

Barn Swallow

47/11/2026

House Sparrow

17/11/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

1807/11/2026

Mourning Dove

17/11/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/11/2026

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.