Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/6/2026Valley Forge NHP--North (Pawling Farm, Betzwood, River Trail)2 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Bus Stop1 observed

Great Black-backed Gull

Larus marinus

3/6/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/6/2026157 Sellersville Road, Chalfont, Pennsylvania, US (40.3, -75.23)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/6/2026Five Points Feeder5 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

3/6/2026Upper Perkiomen High School3 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

3/6/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/6/2026Green Lane Park--Church Rd. Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/6/2026Peace Valley Park (IBA)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

3/6/2026Norristown/Bridgeport Dam39 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

3/6/2026Perkiomen Trail--Graterford Area1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

3/6/2026King of Prussia area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

403/6/2026

Gadwall

23/6/2026

American Wigeon

23/6/2026

Mallard

23/6/2026

American Black Duck

23/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

513/6/2026

Bufflehead

63/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

13/6/2026

Common Merganser

503/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

White-throated Sparrow

13/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

23/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

23/5/2026

Blue Jay

33/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

3/5/2026

American Herring Gull

13/4/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

13/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes for birding?
The best months to visit Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Notable species at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Birding at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes?
Green Lane Park - Knight/Deep Creek Lakes offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.