Montour Preserve

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Montour Preserve is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and Turkey Vulture 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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/2026Fry Wetlands (restricted access)13 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/2/2026River Road, Lewisburg, PA,3 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

2/28/2026I-80 E, Bloomsburg US-PA (41.0246,-76.4531)1 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/28/2026Muncy Boat Launch1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Gambel's)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

2/21/2026Robert Porter Allen Natural Area1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

83/6/2026

Common Merganser

53/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

American Crow

23/6/2026

House Finch

13/6/2026

Snow Goose

1702/28/2026

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

12/28/2026

Horned Lark

22/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

12/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

Song Sparrow

22/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

22/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/23/2026

Mourning Dove

22/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Montour Preserve for birding?
The best months to visit Montour Preserve for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Montour Preserve?
Notable species at Montour Preserve include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Turkey Vulture, Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Montour Preserve?
Birding at Montour Preserve is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Montour Preserve?
Montour Preserve offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.