Forest birding habitat

Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Blue Jay, American Crow, and Red-breasted Nuthatch 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

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

4/15/2026Muck Railyard area2 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

4/15/202615 Wheeler Hollow Road, Tioga, Pennsylvania, US (41.932, -77.154)1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

4/10/2026Spencer Crest Nature Center1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

4/5/2026Tioga-Hammond Lakes--Ives Run Rec. Area--Campground3 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

4/5/2026Tioga-Hammond Lakes--Ives Run Rec. Area--Campground3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

74/11/2026

Mourning Dove

34/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

54/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

34/11/2026

Osprey

24/11/2026

Bald Eagle

14/11/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/11/2026

Northern Flicker

24/11/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/11/2026

American Crow

44/11/2026

Tufted Titmouse

14/11/2026

Tree Swallow

14/11/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

24/11/2026

Carolina Wren

14/11/2026

European Starling

14/11/2026

Northern Mockingbird

14/11/2026

Eastern Bluebird

14/11/2026

American Robin

24/11/2026

Purple Finch

14/11/2026

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 Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area for birding?
The best months to visit Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area?
Notable species at Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area include Blue Jay, American Crow, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area?
Birding at Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area?
Tioga-Hammond Lakes - Ives Run Rec. Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.