Susquehanna River - from West Fairview

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Susquehanna River - from West Fairview is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Hooded Merganser, and Common Merganser 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 Hooded Merganser Common Merganser Ring-billed Gull American Herring Gull

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/11/2026State Game Lands 290--Haldeman Island1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/11/2026Berrier Island (Private)4 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

7/11/2026Children's Lake1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

7/11/2026Children's Lake1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

7/9/2026Highspire Reservoir Park & Lisa Lake1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

7/8/2026State Game Lands 211/Appalachian Trail--Clark Creek1 observed

Black-throated Blue Warbler

Setophaga caerulescens

7/7/2026St. Anthony's Wilderness (IBA)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

7/7/2026Fort Indiantown Gap Restricted Access - Grantville CW1 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

7/6/2026Susquehanna River--from West Fairview (Dauphin Co.)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

227/6/2026

Mallard

367/6/2026

Chimney Swift

87/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

27/6/2026

Great Egret

37/6/2026

Tree Swallow

87/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

27/6/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
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 Susquehanna River - from West Fairview for birding?▼

The best months to visit Susquehanna River - from West Fairview for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Susquehanna River - from West Fairview?▼

Notable species at Susquehanna River - from West Fairview include Canada Goose, Hooded Merganser, Common Merganser, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Susquehanna River - from West Fairview?▼

Birding at Susquehanna River - from West Fairview is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Susquehanna River - from West Fairview?▼

Susquehanna River - from West Fairview offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.