Wetland birding habitat

Wood River Wetland

Oregon · West

Habitat
WetlandRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Wood River Wetland is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 242 species recorded on eBird. This wetland and river/riparian habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, and Ring-necked 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

Red Crossbill (Ponderosa Pine or type 2)

Loxia curvirostra

7/19/202656000–56036 Sun Mountain Hwy, Chiloquin US-OR 42.75039, -121.980537 observed

Hutton's Vireo

Vireo huttoni

7/19/202656000–56036 Sun Mountain Hwy, Chiloquin US-OR 42.75039, -121.980531 observed

Evening Grosbeak (Sierra Nevada or type 2)

Hesperiphona vespertina

7/19/2026Mare's Egg Spring8 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Wood River Wetland1 observed

Great-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus mexicanus

7/19/2026Wood River Wetland1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/19/2026Wood River Wetland1 observed

Savannah Sparrow (Savannah)

Passerculus sandwichensis

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.94471 observed

Great Egret (American)

Ardea alba

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.944719 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron (American)

Nycticorax nycticorax

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.94472 observed

Canada Goose (moffitti/maxima)

Branta canadensis

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.944728 observed

Red-winged Blackbird (Red-winged)

Agelaius phoeniceus

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.94475 observed

Cliff Swallow (pyrrhonota Group)

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

7/19/2026Wood River Wetlands--LEBI July 2026--42.5822,-121.944710 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Greater White-fronted Goose

17/19/2026

Canada Goose

127/19/2026

Wood Duck

197/19/2026

Cinnamon Teal

87/19/2026

Mallard

157/19/2026

Mourning Dove

27/19/2026

Common Nighthawk

207/19/2026

Virginia Rail

17/19/2026

Sora

47/19/2026

American Coot

77/19/2026

Killdeer

27/19/2026

Wilson's Snipe

67/19/2026

Least Sandpiper

47/19/2026

Ring-billed Gull

67/19/2026

California Gull

57/19/2026

Caspian Tern

77/19/2026

Black Tern

457/19/2026

Forster's Tern

307/19/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

67/19/2026

Western Grebe

67/19/2026

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 Wood River Wetland for birding?
The best months to visit Wood River Wetland for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wood River Wetland?
Notable species at Wood River Wetland include Greater White-fronted Goose, Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye. The area supports wetland, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wood River Wetland?
Birding at Wood River Wetland is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wood River Wetland?
Wood River Wetland offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.