Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area

The 6,000-acre reserve features a 400-acre lake, wetlands, and grasslands that support multiple species of migratory birds and local wildlife throughout the year.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission established this conservation area in the 1970s to create a protected environment for waterfowl migration and habitat preservation.

Middle Creek holds status as one of Pennsylvania's six Globally Important Bird Areas, attracting researchers and nature enthusiasts for wildlife observation and study.

The Visitor Center operates from January through Thanksgiving, offering educational exhibits, while twenty miles of trails remain accessible year-round for hiking and wildlife viewing.

Each spring, over 100,000 snow geese gather at Middle Creek during their migration, creating a natural spectacle visible from multiple observation points.

Location: Lancaster County

Location: Lebanon County

Part of: State Game Lands Number 46

GPS coordinates: 40.27114,-76.25013

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:33