Nehalem Bay State Park
Oregon · West
About This Location
Nehalem Bay State Park is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Surf Scoter 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
Lark Sparrow
Chondestes grammacus
Western Flycatcher (Pacific-slope)
Empidonax difficilis
Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)
Loxia curvirostra
Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
Red Crossbill (Sitka Spruce or type 10)
Loxia curvirostra
Horned Puffin
Fratercula corniculata
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Semipalmated Plover
Snowy Plover
California Gull
Pelagic Cormorant
Turkey Vulture
American Crow
American Robin
American Goldfinch
Dark-eyed Junco
White-crowned Sparrow
Double-crested Cormorant
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Western Gull
Tree Swallow
Great Blue Heron
Bald Eagle
Barn Swallow
Swainson's Thrush
Canada Goose
Birding Tips
- 1
Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.
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Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
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