Sightings

August 5

A Mississippi Kite was photographed in Wildwood this week. This is a rare species for south central PA.

October 30

Green-winged Teal, Gadwall, Northern Shoveler, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Ring-necked Duck, American Black Duck and even a Eurasian Wigeon have been spotted on the lake.


September 27

Celebrate Wildwood Festival is TODAY! Join in on the fun from 10AM-2PM!


September 6

Wood Ducks continue to dazzle park visitors. They can most commonly be found in the Canal along the Towpath Trail.


August 23

Run Wild for Wildwood 5K/10K is TODAY from 7-11AM. Please plan to come to the Park after the event.


August 13

The Swamp Rose Mallow is in full bloom! Enjoy the gorgeous pink and white blossoms.


August 8

Glossy Ibis and Immature White Ibis have been seen on the Lake in the last few days.


July 28

There are miner bees on the Towpath. These are non-aggressive insects, please navigate around them to the best of your ability.


July 15

All Boardwalks are open.


July 15

The American Lotus flowers are beginning to bloom on the Lake again this year!.


July 14

The Boardwalks are closed due to recent flooding.


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