Lycoming County Hawk Watching

Every spring and fall, thousands of raptors migrate through Lycoming County. Fall raptor migration primarily occurs from September through November. Spring raptor migration primarily occurs in March and April.

White Deer Ridge Hawk Watch has been the traditional hawk watching site in the county.

Fall 2015 was the first time considerable effort was put into hawk watching at the Route 15 Overlook and it quickly became the preferred spot for many due to the amazing view and comfort.

Species to watch for:

Turkey Vulture
Black Vulture
Osprey
Golden Eagle
Northern Harrier
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Cooper's Hawk
Northern Goshawk (rare)
Bald Eagle
Red-shouldered Hawk
Broad-winged Hawk
Red-tailed Hawk
American Kestrel
Merlin
Peregrine Falcon

Raptor Identification

Check out our Guide to Hawk Watching and Raptor Identification.