Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Red-bellied Woodpecker among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mourning Dove Red-bellied Woodpecker Black-capped Chickadee Tufted Titmouse

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/16/2026Driebelbis Birding Area1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/16/2026Dreibelbis Birding Area (formerly Julian Wetlands)1 observed

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/16/2026Stone Valley Recreation Area--Lake Perez1 observed

Black-and-white Warbler

Mniotilta varia

4/16/20262168 Laurel Run Road, State College, Pennsylvania, US (40.736, -77.795)2 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

4/16/2026Rothrock SF--Jo Hays Vista1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Bufflehead

14/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/16/2026

Bald Eagle

14/16/2026

Broad-winged Hawk

14/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

44/16/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/16/2026

Tree Swallow

54/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/16/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/16/2026

Chipping Sparrow

84/16/2026

Song Sparrow

14/16/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/16/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

44/16/2026

Pine Warbler

14/16/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/16/2026

Canada Goose

34/16/2026

Carolina Wren

14/16/2026

American Goldfinch

14/16/2026

Mallard

24/15/2026

King Rail

14/15/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
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 Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez for birding?▼

The best months to visit Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez?▼

Notable species at Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez?▼

Birding at Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez?▼

Stone Valley Recreation Area - Lake Perez offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.