Forest birding habitat

Cape Disappointment State Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Cape Disappointment State Park is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/13/20263735 Grand Ave, Astoria US-OR 46.19011, -123.801071 observed

Clay-colored Sparrow

Spizella pallida

4/12/2026Willapa NWR--Riekkola Unit1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

4/11/2026Capps Road off Youngs River Rd1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

4/10/2026House of the Subtle Sun2 observed

Heermann's Gull

Larus heermanni

4/7/2026Fort Stevens SP--South Jetty/Parking Area C1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

4/7/2026Sunset Beach auto access to Peter Iredale wreck auto access linear survey1 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

4/7/2026Sunset Beach auto access to Peter Iredale wreck auto access linear survey1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

4/6/2026Fort Stevens SP--Parking Area D1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

2504/15/2026

Canada Goose

54/15/2026

Mallard

24/15/2026

Northern Pintail

24/15/2026

Green-winged Teal

124/15/2026

Western Gull

14/15/2026

Brown Pelican

44/15/2026

Northern Harrier

14/15/2026

Bald Eagle

14/15/2026

Northern Flicker

24/15/2026

Common Raven

74/15/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

34/15/2026

Common Yellowthroat

14/15/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

14/15/2026

Surf Scoter

24/15/2026

Bufflehead

204/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

24/15/2026

Dunlin

204/15/2026

Western Sandpiper

64/15/2026

Common Murre

64/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Disappointment State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Disappointment State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Cape Disappointment State Park?
Notable species at Cape Disappointment State Park include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Disappointment State Park?
Birding at Cape Disappointment State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cape Disappointment State Park?
Cape Disappointment State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.