Memorial Lake State Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Memorial Lake State Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This lake 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

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/6/2026Memorial Lake SP4 observed

Pink-footed Goose

Anser brachyrhynchus

3/3/2026Lions lake park1 observed

Eastern Phoebe

Sayornis phoebe

3/2/2026Swatara State Park1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/1/2026North Front Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, US (40.346, -76.911)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

63/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Killdeer

43/6/2026

American Woodcock

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

503/6/2026

American Robin

203/6/2026

Gadwall

53/6/2026

American Wigeon

103/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

503/6/2026

Mallard

353/6/2026

American Black Duck

43/6/2026

Northern Pintail

73/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

603/6/2026

Redhead

353/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/6/2026

Bufflehead

13/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/6/2026

Common Merganser

23/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

13/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

63/6/2026

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 Memorial Lake State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Memorial Lake State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Memorial Lake State Park?
Notable species at Memorial Lake State Park include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Memorial Lake State Park?
Birding at Memorial Lake State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Memorial Lake State Park?
Memorial Lake State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.