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

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/11/2026Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden1 observed

Ring-necked Pheasant

Phasianus colchicus

7/11/2026Wapato Lake NWR (Yamhill County)1 observed

Prairie Falcon

Falco mexicanus

7/10/20265000 NE Sokol Blosser Ln, Dayton US-OR 45.25160, -123.050291 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

7/10/2026SW Trail Place1 observed

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

7/10/2026Harbor View Park3 observed

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

7/10/2026Penstemon Prairie (restoration site)3 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/8/2026Wapato Lake NWR (Washington County)2 observed

Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

7/8/2026Milwaukie Riverfront Park (previously Jefferson St. Boat Launch)1 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

7/8/2026Broughton Beach1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

7/7/2026Green Acre Rd at Willamette River, Yamhill County (45.167, -123.016)70 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

7/7/2026Mt. Tabor Park1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/6/2026Broughton Beach1 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Northwestern or type 1)

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/6/2026Willamette Bluff2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

2007/12/2026

Cinnamon Teal

307/12/2026

Mallard

1207/12/2026

Vaux's Swift

27/12/2026

American Coot

67/12/2026

Killdeer

67/12/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

87/12/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

47/12/2026

Western Sandpiper

17/12/2026

California Gull

47/12/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

27/12/2026

Great Egret

37/12/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/12/2026

American White Pelican

37/12/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/12/2026

Osprey

17/12/2026

Bald Eagle

27/12/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/12/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

17/12/2026

American Kestrel

27/12/2026

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.