Side view of a seagull standing on pier by sea at sunset.

Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Northern Pintail, Harlequin Duck, and Surf Scoter 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

4/22/2026Vancouver--Jericho Park1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

4/21/2026Vancouver--Crab Park (Portside)1 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

4/21/2026Reifel Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

4/21/2026Deer Lake Park1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

4/21/2026Iona Island (General)1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

4/21/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)2 observed

Semipalmated Plover

Charadrius semipalmatus

4/21/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/21/2026Iona Island Bird Observatory2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

354/22/2026

Green-winged Teal

104/22/2026

Harlequin Duck

204/22/2026

Surf Scoter

204/22/2026

Common Goldeneye

34/22/2026

Black Oystercatcher

84/22/2026

Killdeer

34/22/2026

Black Turnstone

204/22/2026

Short-billed Gull

4004/22/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

204/22/2026

Horned Grebe

24/22/2026

Red-necked Grebe

14/22/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

34/22/2026

Osprey

24/22/2026

Bald Eagle

104/22/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

24/22/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

24/22/2026

Savannah Sparrow

14/22/2026

Canada Goose

24/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

164/20/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.

  5. 5

    Peak spring migration runs mid-May in this region — plan visits around this window for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty for birding?
The best months to visit Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Notable species at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty include Northern Pintail, Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Bufflehead, Anna's Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird, Glaucous-winged Gull, Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bushtit. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Birding at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
There is no entrance fee at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty. Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.