William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh

Oregon · West

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Wood Duck 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/5/2026Eureka Rd1 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

3/3/20264028–4032 Bellfountain Rd, Corvallis US-OR 44.52210, -123.337841 observed

Vesper Sparrow

Pooecetes gramineus

3/2/2026Eureka Rd1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

2/28/2026Willamette Park (Benton Co.)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

2/27/202633140 Highway 34 SE, Albany US-OR (44.5551,-123.0672)1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/27/2026Willamette Park (Benton Co.)1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

2/27/2026Willamette Park (Benton Co.)1 observed

Tricolored Blackbird

Agelaius tricolor

2/26/202634195–34399 Tangent Dr, Tangent US-OR 44.54099, -123.020473 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

2/24/2026Creek Dr.4 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

2/23/20261544 Main St Philomath1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

53/6/2026

Cackling Goose

100003/6/2026

Canada Goose

503/6/2026

American Wigeon

83/6/2026

Mallard

3003/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

303/6/2026

American Coot

13/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

23/6/2026

Cinnamon Teal

33/5/2026

Gadwall

33/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

33/5/2026

Bufflehead

23/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

33/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/5/2026

Black Phoebe

13/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Marsh Wren

23/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh?
Notable species at William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh?
Birding at William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh?
William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge - McFadden Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.