Forest birding habitat

Nehalem Meadows

Oregon · West

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Nehalem Meadows is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Northern Shoveler, Mallard, and Green-winged Teal 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

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

Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

4/14/2026Tillamook Bay--Hwy 101 pullout1 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

4/12/20261803 6th Street, Tillamook, Oregon, US (45.454, -123.846)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/12/2026

Wood Duck

14/12/2026

Northern Shoveler

4/12/2026

Mallard

4/12/2026

Ring-necked Duck

4/12/2026

Lesser Scaup

4/12/2026

Bufflehead

4/12/2026

Common Goldeneye

24/12/2026

Ruddy Duck

4/12/2026

Rock Pigeon

24/12/2026

Band-tailed Pigeon

24/12/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

104/12/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

14/12/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

34/12/2026

Killdeer

34/12/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

7004/12/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

14/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

14/12/2026

Short-billed Gull

4/12/2026

California Gull

4/12/2026

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