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 White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

6/19/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

6/19/2026Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve1 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

6/18/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty2 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

6/18/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

6/18/2026Delta--Brunswick Point1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

6/17/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

6/16/2026St. John Point Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

26/19/2026

Black Oystercatcher

16/19/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

66/19/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

26/19/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

106/19/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

126/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

206/19/2026

Osprey

26/19/2026

Harlequin Duck

26/18/2026

Surf Scoter

36/18/2026

Killdeer

16/18/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

26/18/2026

California Gull

56/18/2026

Bald Eagle

96/18/2026

Belted Kingfisher

16/18/2026

European Starling

56/18/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

16/18/2026

American White Pelican

106/18/2026

Brown Pelican

26/18/2026

Greater Scaup

36/18/2026

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.

  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.