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Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area

Pennsylvania · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Canada GooseCommon MerganserMourning DoveRed-bellied WoodpeckerDowny Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/22/2026Plymouth Flats (restricted access)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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area for birding?▼
The best months to visit Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area?▼
Notable species at Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area include Canada Goose, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area?▼
Birding at Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area?▼
Forty Fort Rec Fields/Luzerne County Levee Trail - Wyoming Valley Airport Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.