Wooden boardwalk through a marshy wetland with trees.

Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit

Oregon · West

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, sunrise to sunset

About This Location

Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Anna's Hummingbird, and Northern Harrier 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

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

5/24/20261627 NE Siskiyou St, Portland US-OR 45.54539, -122.648433 observed

Long-tailed Tit

Aegithalos caudatus

5/24/202616125 SW Chehalem Way, Hillsboro US-OR 45.40273, -123.072584 observed

Golden-crowned Sparrow

Zonotrichia atricapilla

5/24/2026Whitaker Ponds Nature Park1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/23/2026Arbor Lodge Park1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/23/2026McKenna Park1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

5/22/202620082–20098 SE Green Acre Rd, Dayton US-OR 45.16714, -123.0164360 observed

Hermit Thrush

Catharus guttatus

5/21/20269950 SW Spring Crest Dr, West Haven-Sylvan US-OR 45.51434, -122.779311 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

5/20/2026SW Trail Place1 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

5/19/2026Hayden Island1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/18/2026Northgate Park, Portland US-OR (45.5897,-122.7259)1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

5/18/2026Laurelhurst Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

25/24/2026

Gadwall

205/24/2026

Killdeer

15/24/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/24/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

25/24/2026

Great Egret

35/24/2026

Turkey Vulture

55/24/2026

Bald Eagle

45/24/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/24/2026

American Crow

15/24/2026

Purple Martin

255/24/2026

American Robin

15/24/2026

Savannah Sparrow

35/24/2026

Song Sparrow

15/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/24/2026

Common Yellowthroat

15/24/2026

Canada Goose

315/24/2026

Wood Duck

255/24/2026

Blue-winged Teal

15/24/2026

Northern Shoveler

125/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    Stop at the visitor center for current bird sighting reports and trail maps.

  5. 5

    Check the refuge website for seasonal road and trail closures before visiting.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit?
Notable species at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit include Cackling Goose, Anna's Hummingbird, Northern Harrier, Northern Flicker, American Robin, American Crow, Bushtit, House Finch, Lesser Goldfinch, Dark-eyed Junco, Golden-crowned Sparrow, Spotted Towhee. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit?
Birding at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit?
There is no entrance fee at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit. Hours: Open daily, sunrise to sunset.
What amenities are available at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit?
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge - Atfálat'i Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.