Conejohela Flats

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conejohela Flats is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 283 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and American Wigeon 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

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/6/2026William Kain Park, Hess Farm Rd West Bank1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/3/2026River Dr. upstream from Accomac.1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Hopewell Twp. Park2 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

2/28/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

2/28/202693B46_31 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/27/2026Susquehanna River--Columbia/Wrightsville2 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

2/26/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/25/20261023 Penny Rd - Home1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/25/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

6002/28/2026

Wood Duck

102/28/2026

American Wigeon

22/28/2026

Mallard

402/28/2026

American Black Duck

252/28/2026

Bufflehead

22/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

72/28/2026

Common Merganser

2002/28/2026

Mourning Dove

62/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1002/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

122/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

42/28/2026

Bald Eagle

122/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

American Crow

152/28/2026

Fish Crow

62/28/2026

Common Raven

22/28/2026

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 Conejohela Flats for birding?
The best months to visit Conejohela Flats for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Conejohela Flats?
Notable species at Conejohela Flats include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Mallard, American Black Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Conejohela Flats?
Birding at Conejohela Flats is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Conejohela Flats?
Conejohela Flats offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.