Lake Ontelaunee

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lake Ontelaunee is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Ring-billed Gull, Turkey Vulture, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/6/2026Five Points Feeder5 observed

Carolina x Black-capped Chickadee (hybrid)

Poecile carolinensis x atricapillus

3/2/2026Orwigsburg, 347 Coal Mountain Road1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/1/2026E.J. Breneman Quarry4 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Mountain Rd.1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/1/2026HOME-Henningsville, Pa1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/1/202632 Grant Ct, Boyertown US-PA (40.3206,-75.6307)1 observed

Rusty Blackbird

Euphagus carolinus

2/28/202630 Hafer Road, Oley, Pennsylvania, US (40.378, -75.728)1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/27/2026Millards Quarry Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-billed Gull

132/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

22/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/21/2026

Blue Jay

12/21/2026

American Crow

102/21/2026

Carolina Chickadee

22/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

12/21/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

22/21/2026

Brown Creeper

22/21/2026

Song Sparrow

12/21/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

22/21/2026

Northern Cardinal

12/21/2026

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 Lake Ontelaunee for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Ontelaunee for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lake Ontelaunee?
Notable species at Lake Ontelaunee include Ring-billed Gull, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Blue Jay, American Crow. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Ontelaunee?
Birding at Lake Ontelaunee is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Ontelaunee?
Lake Ontelaunee offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.