Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, 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

Snow x Canada Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Glenville Farm Pond (roadside access only)1 observed

Mallard x American Black Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x rubripes

3/4/2026Fernhill Lake/West Goshen Community Park1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/3/2026West Vincent Twp. Sewage Pond1 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/1/2026Mapleflower HOA2 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

2/28/2026Atwater Quarry (restricted access)2 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/28/2026Wyomissing Road, Mohnton1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

2/28/2026ChesLen Preserve (closed Thursdays)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

2/28/2026Coatesville Reservoir1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

2/28/2026Baintree & Brandham (private property)1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/28/2026Hershey's Mill

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

3/5/2026

Canada Goose

1003/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

33/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

213/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

33/5/2026

American Crow

53/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

13/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

23/5/2026

European Starling

2003/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

13/5/2026

American Robin

503/5/2026

House Finch

33/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/5/2026

White-throated Sparrow

203/5/2026

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 Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Notable species at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Mourning Dove, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Birding at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake?
Hibernia County Park - Chambers Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.