Coastal birding habitat

Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, American Wigeon, and Ring-necked Duck among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

8/23/2026Chilliwack--Island 22 Park1 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

8/23/2026Chilliwack--Island 22 Park2 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

8/23/2026Kawkawa Lake, Hope1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

8/23/2026Harrison Mills--Eagle Point Park (Chehalis Estuary)1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

8/22/20263525–3803 Chaplin Rd, Kent CA-BC (49.2654,-121.7429)1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

8/22/2026Harrison Hot Springs--Beach & town1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

8/22/2026Sardis Park1 observed

Black Turnstone

Arenaria melanocephala

8/21/2026Harrison Hot Springs--Beach & town1 observed

Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

8/21/2026Harrison Hot Springs--Beach & town1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

8/21/2026Agassiz/Seabird--Chaplin Road Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

228/23/2026

Mallard

68/23/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

18/23/2026

Vaux's Swift

48/23/2026

Least Sandpiper

48/23/2026

Ring-billed Gull

28/23/2026

Common Loon

18/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

18/23/2026

Turkey Vulture

38/23/2026

Bald Eagle

18/23/2026

American Crow

28/23/2026

Barn Swallow

258/23/2026

Cedar Waxwing

18/23/2026

House Sparrow

88/23/2026

Pine Siskin

38/23/2026

American Goldfinch

18/23/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

28/23/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

28/23/2026

Common Yellowthroat

18/23/2026

Northern Shoveler

48/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town for birding?
The best months to visit Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town?
Notable species at Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town include Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Ring-necked Duck, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town?
Birding at Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town?
Harrison Hot Springs - Beach & town offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.