Edinboro Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Edinboro Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/6/2026Fairview Business Park7 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Fairview Business Park4 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/3/2026Presque Isle SP--Vista 11 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/27/2026Presque Isle SP--Vista 18 observed

Northern Shrike

Lanius borealis

2/22/2026State Game Lands 2181 observed

Wood Duck

Aix sponsa

2/22/2026State Game Lands 2185 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

93/6/2026

Mallard

123/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

13/6/2026

Common Grackle

13/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Wilson's Snipe

53/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

American Wigeon

103/4/2026

Redhead

163/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/4/2026

Bufflehead

23/4/2026

Common Merganser

23/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

53/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

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