Wetland birding habitat

Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
WetlandCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 231 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and American Wigeon 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

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

4/22/20261743 Biatecki Rd1 observed

Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

4/21/2026Revelstoke--Airport Marsh and Machete Island1 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

4/16/2026My house!1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/13/2026407 Edward Street, Revelstoke, British Columbia, CA (50.992, -118.186)1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

4/12/2026Revelstoke--Columbia River1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

264/21/2026

Wood Duck

24/21/2026

American Wigeon

144/21/2026

Mallard

124/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

154/21/2026

Ring-necked Duck

44/21/2026

Bufflehead

14/21/2026

Common Merganser

124/21/2026

American Coot

1504/21/2026

Killdeer

14/21/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

34/21/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

34/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

24/21/2026

Bald Eagle

14/21/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/21/2026

Northern Flicker

14/21/2026

American Crow

74/21/2026

Common Raven

24/21/2026

Marsh Wren

14/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island for birding?
The best months to visit Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island?
Notable species at Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal. The area supports wetland, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island?
Birding at Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island?
Revelstoke - Airport Marsh and Machete Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.