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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

8/23/2026Reifel Bird Sanctuary1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

8/23/2026Delta—Boundary Bay - 64th-72nd Sts.1 observed

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

8/22/2026Delta—Boundary Bay1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

8/22/2026Vancouver--Trout Lake (John Hendry Park)1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

8/22/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater Scaup

38/22/2026

Harlequin Duck

198/22/2026

Common Merganser

18/22/2026

Rock Pigeon

288/22/2026

Black Oystercatcher

128/22/2026

Black-bellied Plover

1508/22/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

58/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

28/22/2026

Black Turnstone

18/22/2026

Western Sandpiper

1008/22/2026

Ring-billed Gull

38/22/2026

California Gull

28/22/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

78/22/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

48/22/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

18/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

48/22/2026

Osprey

28/22/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

18/22/2026

European Starling

608/22/2026

Killdeer

48/22/2026

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.