Koll Center Wetlands Area

Oregon · West

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Koll Center Wetlands Area is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Mallard 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

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/5/2026Shillapoo Lake1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/5/2026Yellow headed blackbird stakeout1 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

3/5/2026Columbia Point Hayden Island1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

3/5/2026Shillapoo Lake1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/5/2026stakeout Orchard Oriole, Portland (2026)1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

3/3/20269009 N Oswego Ave, Portland US-OR 45.59231, -122.748165 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/3/2026stakeout Summer Tanager (2025), SE Salmon St., Portland1 observed

Greater White-fronted x Cackling Goose (hybrid)

Anser albifrons x Branta hutchinsii

3/3/2026Vancouver Lake lowlands1 observed

Townsend's Solitaire

Myadestes townsendi

3/2/2026Portland Community College, Portland US-OR 45.50619, -122.581061 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

203/5/2026

Canada Goose

223/5/2026

Gadwall

103/5/2026

Mallard

243/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

173/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/5/2026

Bufflehead

103/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

23/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

103/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/5/2026

American Coot

183/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

13/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

43/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

33/5/2026

Black Phoebe

13/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

323/5/2026

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 Koll Center Wetlands Area for birding?
The best months to visit Koll Center Wetlands Area for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Koll Center Wetlands Area?
Notable species at Koll Center Wetlands Area include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Koll Center Wetlands Area?
Birding at Koll Center Wetlands Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Koll Center Wetlands Area?
Koll Center Wetlands Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.