Urban Park birding habitat

Blaine Marine Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Blaine Marine Park is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Northern Pintail among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.

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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

6/1/20263490 Douglas Road, Ferndale, Washington, US (48.841, -122.671)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

6/1/2026Langley--Nathan Creek Dyke2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

5/31/2026Wiser Lake1 observed

California Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma californica

5/31/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

Sabine's Gull

Xema sabini

5/30/2026Point Robert’s100 observed

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

5/30/2026Point Robert’s2 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/30/2026Tsawwassen Dyke Trail1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

5/30/2026Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts1 observed

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

5/29/2026Sunset Park, Birch Bay Village1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

5/28/2026Delta—Brunswick Point (34th St Entrance)1 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

5/28/2026Delta -- Roberts Bank, south dyke, jetty base (including 41b Street marsh)1 observed

Common Murre

Uria aalge

5/28/2026Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty3 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

5/28/2026Derby Reach Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

195/24/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/24/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/24/2026

Black Oystercatcher

65/24/2026

Killdeer

15/24/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

15/24/2026

Caspian Tern

25/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

95/24/2026

American Crow

85/24/2026

Bushtit

25/24/2026

European Starling

345/24/2026

House Sparrow

65/24/2026

House Finch

25/24/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

25/24/2026

Spotted Towhee

15/24/2026

Surf Scoter

95/23/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

15/23/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

205/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

2005/23/2026

Bald Eagle

25/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Blaine Marine Park for birding?
The best months to visit Blaine Marine Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Blaine Marine Park?
Notable species at Blaine Marine Park include American Wigeon, Mallard, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Short-billed Gull. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Blaine Marine Park?
Birding at Blaine Marine Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Blaine Marine Park?
Blaine Marine Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.