Forest birding habitat

Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D

Oregon · West

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 218 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, and Common Murre among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.

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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/13/20263735 Grand Ave, Astoria US-OR 46.19011, -123.801071 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/12/2026Willapa NWR--Riekkola Unit1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

4/11/2026Capps Road off Youngs River Rd1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

4/10/2026House of the Subtle Sun2 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

4/9/2026Seaside home1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

4/7/2026Necanicum Estuary Natural History Park2 observed

Heermann's Gull

Larus heermanni

4/7/2026Fort Stevens SP--South Jetty/Parking Area C1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

4/7/2026Sunset Beach auto access to Peter Iredale wreck auto access linear survey1 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

4/7/2026Sunset Beach auto access to Peter Iredale wreck auto access linear survey1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/11/2026

American Wigeon

64/11/2026

Mallard

44/11/2026

Northern Pintail

204/11/2026

Greater Scaup

84/11/2026

Surf Scoter

64/11/2026

Bufflehead

104/11/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

44/11/2026

Black-bellied Plover

54/11/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

204/11/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

24/11/2026

Dunlin

504/11/2026

Western Sandpiper

304/11/2026

Ring-billed Gull

204/11/2026

Caspian Tern

44/11/2026

Red-throated Loon

14/11/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

14/11/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

24/11/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

64/11/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/11/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D?
Notable species at Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D include Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, Common Murre, Short-billed Gull, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D?
Birding at Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D?
Fort Stevens State Park - Parking Area D offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.