Woods Edge Park

Pennsylvania · Northeast

Habitat
ForestUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Woods Edge Park is a productive birding destination in Pennsylvania, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This forest and urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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

3/5/2026Middle Creek WMA--Willow Pt. Trail2 observed

Black-capped Chickadee

Poecile atricapillus

3/5/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/5/2026Middlecreek1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/3/2026River Dr. upstream from Accomac.1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

3/1/2026Middle Creek WMA (IBA) (Lancaster Co.)2 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

2/28/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

2/28/2026Middle Creek WMA--Willow Pt. Trail1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/27/2026Susquehanna River--Columbia/Wrightsville2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

2/26/2026Woods Edge Park1 observed

Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

2/26/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)1 observed

Evening Grosbeak

Hesperiphona vespertina

2/25/20261023 Penny Rd - Home1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/25/2026Wrightsville--Lemon St. Viewpoint (York Co.)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

13/5/2026

Canada Goose

1503/5/2026

American Wigeon

23/5/2026

Mallard

923/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

13/5/2026

Carolina Wren

13/5/2026

American Robin

63/5/2026

House Sparrow

13/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

23/5/2026

Song Sparrow

53/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

113/5/2026

Common Grackle

53/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

23/5/2026

Gadwall

23/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

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 Woods Edge Park for birding?
The best months to visit Woods Edge Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Woods Edge Park?
Notable species at Woods Edge Park include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports forest, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Woods Edge Park?
Birding at Woods Edge Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Woods Edge Park?
Woods Edge Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.