ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/6/2026Springton Reservoir (restricted access)5 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

3/6/2026Pugh Road, Wayne, PA backyard birdfeeder1 observed

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Driscoll Yard, Newark US-DE1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/5/2026Springton Reservoir (restricted access)3 observed

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x rubripes

3/4/2026Fernhill Lake/West Goshen Community Park1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

3/4/2026Tyler Arboretum1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/3/2026West Vincent Twp. Sewage Pond1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/2/2026516 Murphys Ln, Hockessin US-DE 39.78472, -75.703242 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026First State NHP--Brandywine Valley Unit2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

483/6/2026

Canada Goose

1753/6/2026

Wood Duck

53/6/2026

Mallard

63/6/2026

Common Merganser

113/6/2026

Mourning Dove

103/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

73/6/2026

Bald Eagle

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/6/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

73/6/2026

Downy Woodpecker

33/6/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

93/6/2026

American Crow

63/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

43/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/6/2026

Carolina Wren

63/6/2026

European Starling

73/6/2026

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 ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) for birding?
The best months to visit ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)?
Notable species at ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Merganser, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)?
Birding at ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)?
ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.