Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, 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

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

3/6/2026Fairview Business Park7 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/2026Fairview Business Park4 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

3/3/2026Presque Isle SP--Vista 11 observed

American Herring x Great Black-backed Gull (hybrid)

Larus smithsonianus x marinus

3/3/2026Presque Isle SP (IBA)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

3/1/20265039 E Lake Rd, Erie US-PA 42.16924, -80.000371 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

2/27/2026Fisher Dr. Pull off

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

3/6/2026

Mallard

43/6/2026

Redhead

53/6/2026

Greater Scaup

23/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

43/6/2026

Bufflehead

73/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

3/6/2026

Hooded Merganser

73/6/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

33/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

503/6/2026

American Herring Gull

3/6/2026

Great Black-backed Gull

43/6/2026

Horned Grebe

13/6/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

33/6/2026

Tundra Swan

23/1/2026

Northern Pintail

23/1/2026

Ring-necked Duck

83/1/2026

Common Merganser

653/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/1/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

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 Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing?
Notable species at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing?
Birding at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing?
Presque Isle State Park - Leo's Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.