Mountain birding habitat

Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Mountain
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This mountain habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, and White-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

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/31/2026Gull point trail and observation towers1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/31/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

5/27/2026Lake City Farm Pond1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

5/27/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/26/2026Lake Erie House1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/26/2026Gull Point Trail Head and parking lot1 observed

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

5/25/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.2 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.1 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

5/24/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)2 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/21/2026460 Sparkhill Ave, Erie US-PA (42.1628,-80.0054)1 observed

Purple Sandpiper

Calidris maritima

5/20/2026Presque Isle SP--Gull Pt.1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

5/20/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/25/2026

Northern Flicker

15/25/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/25/2026

Least Flycatcher

15/25/2026

Blue Jay

45/25/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/25/2026

Gray Catbird

25/25/2026

Swainson's Thrush

25/25/2026

American Robin

35/25/2026

American Goldfinch

25/25/2026

Chipping Sparrow

15/25/2026

Song Sparrow

15/25/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

35/25/2026

Tennessee Warbler

15/25/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/25/2026

American Redstart

15/25/2026

Bay-breasted Warbler

15/25/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

55/25/2026

Northern Cardinal

45/25/2026

Indigo Bunting

35/25/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch for birding?
The best months to visit Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch?
Notable species at Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch include Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, White-breasted Nuthatch, Dark-eyed Junco, Northern Cardinal. The area supports mountain habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch?
Birding at Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch?
Tom Ridge Environmental Center/Presque Isle Hawk Watch offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.