Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Brant, Northern Pintail, and Bufflehead 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

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

3/2/2026Parksville Bay1 observed

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

3/2/2026Parksville Community Park1 observed

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

3/1/2026Little Qualicum estuary1 observed

Canada Jay

Perisoreus canadensis

3/1/2026Auto selected 49.23031, -124.275722 observed

Glaucous x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

Larus hyperboreus x glaucescens

2/25/2026Johnstone Rd, Nanaimo CA-BC 49.35353, -124.377981 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

2/23/2026Englishman River Estuary1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

3/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

33/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

3/5/2026

Pacific Wren

3/5/2026

Spotted Towhee

13/5/2026

Northern Pintail

23/5/2026

Bufflehead

103/5/2026

Black Oystercatcher

13/5/2026

Mallard

163/4/2026

Surf Scoter

453/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

233/4/2026

Common Merganser

23/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

33/4/2026

Black-bellied Plover

253/4/2026

Dunlin

753/4/2026

Short-billed Gull

43/4/2026

California Gull

1823/4/2026

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 Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park for birding?
The best months to visit Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park?
Notable species at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park include Brant, Northern Pintail, Bufflehead, Black Oystercatcher, Mallard. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park?
Birding at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park?
Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.