Lake birding habitat

Struble Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Struble Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Wilson's Snipe, Ring-billed Gull, and Cooper's Hawk 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/14/2026State Game Lands 234--Linfield4 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

7/14/2026State Game Lands 234--Linfield3 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/14/2026State Game Lands 234--Linfield2 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/13/2026943–999 Pleasant View Rd, Honey Brook US-PA 40.10091, -75.895871 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/13/2026302 N Franklin St, West Chester2 observed

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

7/12/2026Hedge Rd. Fields (roadside access only)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-eyed Vireo

17/14/2026

Canada Goose

37/10/2026

Mourning Dove

17/10/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/10/2026

Osprey

27/10/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/10/2026

Northern Flicker

17/10/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/10/2026

American Crow

17/10/2026

Fish Crow

27/10/2026

Purple Martin

27/10/2026

Gray Catbird

27/10/2026

American Robin

37/10/2026

Cedar Waxwing

17/10/2026

American Goldfinch

17/10/2026

Field Sparrow

17/10/2026

Song Sparrow

57/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

57/10/2026

Northern Cardinal

27/10/2026

Indigo Bunting

27/10/2026

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 Struble Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Struble Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Struble Lake?
Notable species at Struble Lake include Wilson's Snipe, Ring-billed Gull, Cooper's Hawk, American Crow, Northern Mockingbird. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Struble Lake?
Birding at Struble Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Struble Lake?
Struble Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.