Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Common Merganser, and Mourning Dove 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

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

3/5/2026Bradford Dam/Nike Park4 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

3/5/2026Rte. 206 (near Columbus Market)1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

3/5/20267–13 Columbus-Jobstown Rd, Columbus US-NJ 40.05273, -74.723251 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/5/2026109 Colonial Ave, Moorestown US-NJ 39.95890, -74.955801 observed

Barred Owl

Strix varia

3/4/2026Casa and kitchen birding1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

3/4/2026Pine Run Reservoir2 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/4/2026Parkside Place Park30 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/4/2026Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/3/2026Pine Run Reservoir2 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

3/3/202696 Hellberg Ave, Chalfont US-PA 40.29878, -75.210521 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/2/2026Pine Run Reservoir1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

3/1/2026Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Langhorne US-PA 40.18372, -74.868481 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/1/202656 Keeley Avenue, New Britain, Pennsylvania, US (40.292, -75.201) Forrest Park Eckert's Grove1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

652/28/2026

Common Merganser

422/28/2026

Mourning Dove

42/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

42/28/2026

Black Vulture

12/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

82/28/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Northern Flicker

22/28/2026

Blue Jay

72/28/2026

American Crow

32/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

52/28/2026

Tufted Titmouse

42/28/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

22/28/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

32/28/2026

Brown Creeper

12/28/2026

Carolina Wren

32/28/2026

European Starling

42/28/2026

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 Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir?
Notable species at Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir include Canada Goose, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull, Black Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir?
Birding at Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir?
Churchville Nature Center/Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.