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

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

4/15/2026Home2 observed

Western Meadowlark

Sturnella neglecta

4/15/2026Hedge Rd. Fields (roadside access only)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

4/15/2026Exton Park1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

4/15/2026Pond1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

4/15/2026US-Pennsylvania-Coatesville-1172 East Kings Highway - 40.004x-75.816 - Oct 23, 2016 8:53 AM1 observed

White-eyed Vireo

Vireo griseus

4/15/2026The Mill at Anselma1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

4/15/2026Pickering Creek Trail3 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

4/15/2026Kerr Park2 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

4/14/2026ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)1 observed

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

Nyctanassa violacea

4/14/2026Marsh Creek SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/15/2026

Wood Duck

14/15/2026

Northern Shoveler

34/15/2026

American Wigeon

84/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

124/15/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/15/2026

Mourning Dove

14/15/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

14/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

214/15/2026

Green Heron

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

64/15/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

14/15/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/15/2026

Northern Flicker

24/15/2026

Blue Jay

14/15/2026

Tree Swallow

54/15/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/15/2026

American Robin

24/15/2026

House Sparrow

44/15/2026

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.