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Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands

Pennsylvania · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed VireoScarlet TanagerPileated WoodpeckerWood ThrushOvenbird

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Memorial Lake SP1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/5/2026Gifford Pinchot SP1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/4/2026Front St.1 observed

Pink-footed Goose

Anser brachyrhynchus

3/3/2026Lions lake park1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

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

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.

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands for birding?▼
The best months to visit Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands?▼
Notable species at Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands?▼
Birding at Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands?▼
Conewago Recreation Trail and Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.