Forest birding habitat

Manzanita

Oregon · West

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Manzanita is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Anna's Hummingbird, American Herring Gull, and Glaucous-winged Gull 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

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

4/15/2026Tillamook Bay--Hwy 101 pullout1 observed

Heermann's Gull

Larus heermanni

4/15/2026Tillamook Bay--Barview Jetty1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

4/15/2026Bayocean Spit--bay (east) side1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

4/15/2026Cougar Valley State Park--Lost Creek trail1 observed

Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)

Empidonax difficilis

4/15/2026Cougar Valley State Park--Lost Creek trail2 observed

Western Flycatcher

Empidonax difficilis

4/13/2026Kilchis River Forest Road, Tillamook, Oregon, US (45.604, -123.776)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

4/12/2026Suppress Rd.1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

4/11/2026Tillamook (town)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

3004/16/2026

American Crow

24/16/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

24/16/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

24/16/2026

American Robin

14/16/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

34/16/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

24/16/2026

Spotted Towhee

14/16/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

24/16/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

14/16/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

34/16/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

24/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

14/16/2026

Steller's Jay

14/16/2026

Violet-green Swallow

74/16/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

24/16/2026

European Starling

34/16/2026

House Finch

44/16/2026

Purple Finch

94/16/2026

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 Manzanita for birding?
The best months to visit Manzanita for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Manzanita?
Notable species at Manzanita include Anna's Hummingbird, American Herring Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull, American Crow, Chestnut-backed Chickadee. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Manzanita?
Birding at Manzanita is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Manzanita?
Manzanita offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.