Coastal birding habitat

Sunshine Bay Regional Park

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Sunshine Bay Regional Park is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 210 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Mallard 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

Evening Grosbeak (Northwestern or type 1)

Hesperiphona vespertina

4/19/2026Balfour2 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

4/13/2026Sunshine Bay Regional Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

4/12/2026Nelson--Grohman Creek Road1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/9/2026Nelson - Marsden Road1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

504/18/2026

Mallard

84/18/2026

Green-winged Teal

114/18/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/18/2026

Bufflehead

104/18/2026

Hooded Merganser

24/18/2026

Common Merganser

134/18/2026

Wild Turkey

24/18/2026

American Coot

84/18/2026

Killdeer

54/18/2026

Horned Grebe

14/18/2026

Red-necked Grebe

14/18/2026

Western Grebe

34/18/2026

Common Loon

94/18/2026

Osprey

14/18/2026

Bald Eagle

44/18/2026

Red-naped Sapsucker

24/18/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

64/18/2026

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 Sunshine Bay Regional Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sunshine Bay Regional Park for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sunshine Bay Regional Park?
Notable species at Sunshine Bay Regional Park include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sunshine Bay Regional Park?
Birding at Sunshine Bay Regional Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sunshine Bay Regional Park?
Sunshine Bay Regional Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.