State Game Lands 252

Pennsylvania · Northeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

State Game Lands 252 is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring and fall migration bring waves of warblers and shorebirds through the area.

Location

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Notable Species

Red-eyed Vireo Scarlet Tanager Pileated Woodpecker Wood Thrush Ovenbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/6/2026Fry Wetlands (restricted access)4 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/6/2026Fry Wetlands (restricted access)8 observed

Mute Swan

Cygnus olor

3/6/2026Williamsport Dam1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

2/27/2026Williamsport Dam1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

2/24/2026Williamsport Dam2 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

2/23/20261132 West Village Drive, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, US (41.219, -77.135)1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

2/22/2026Williamsport Dam3 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Visit during mid-May for peak warbler migration.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

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

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Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit State Game Lands 252 for birding?▼

The best months to visit State Game Lands 252 for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at State Game Lands 252?▼

Notable species at State Game Lands 252 include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at State Game Lands 252?▼

Birding at State Game Lands 252 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at State Game Lands 252?▼

State Game Lands 252 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.