Landingville Dam & Marsh

Pennsylvania · Northeast

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Habitat

Wetland

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Landingville Dam & Marsh is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Great Blue Heron among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mallard Great Blue Heron Turkey Vulture Bald Eagle

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Carolina x Black-capped Chickadee (hybrid)

Poecile carolinensis x atricapillus

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

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Mountain Rd.1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/27/2026Millards Quarry Pond1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

2/22/2026Lake Ontelaunee--Peters Creek/Ponds1 observed

Eurasian Collared-Dove

Streptopelia decaocto

2/21/2026stakeout Eurasian Collared-Doves, Shartlesville (2012-present)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/21/2026North Park (Kutztown)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3003/1/2026

Mallard

43/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/1/2026

Bald Eagle

23/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

23/1/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Peregrine Falcon

13/1/2026

Blue Jay

33/1/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/1/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/1/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

83/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Where to See Bald Eagles in North America: A Seasonal Viewing Guide

11 min read

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

12 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Landingville Dam & Marsh for birding?▼

The best months to visit Landingville Dam & Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Landingville Dam & Marsh?▼

Notable species at Landingville Dam & Marsh include Canada Goose, Mallard, Great Blue Heron, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle. The area supports wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Landingville Dam & Marsh?▼

Birding at Landingville Dam & Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Landingville Dam & Marsh?▼

Landingville Dam & Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.