Leaser Lake

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Leaser Lake is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026HOME-Henningsville, Pa1 observed

Carolina x Black-capped Chickadee (hybrid)

Poecile carolinensis x atricapillus

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

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/1/2026Alburtis Rd. Retention Ponds2 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

3/1/2026Mountain Rd.1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/1/2026HOME-Henningsville, Pa1 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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/5/2026

Wood Duck

23/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Common Merganser

53/5/2026

Mourning Dove

93/5/2026

Killdeer

33/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

American Crow

13/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

23/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

European Starling

53/5/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/5/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/5/2026

American Robin

63/5/2026

Chipping Sparrow

13/5/2026

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 Leaser Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Leaser Lake for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Leaser Lake?
Notable species at Leaser Lake include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mallard, Common Merganser, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Leaser Lake?
Birding at Leaser Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Leaser Lake?
Leaser Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.