Ediz Hook

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Ediz Hook is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Brant, Bufflehead, and Common Goldeneye 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

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

3/5/2026Witty's Lagoon Regional Park1 observed

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026West Dungeness, WA1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/1/2026schoolhouse trail 2747 Towne Rd, Sequim US-WA (48.1429,-123.1312)2 observed

Red-naped Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus nuchalis

2/26/2026Dungeness NWR--forest trails1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

203/4/2026

Bufflehead

103/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

83/4/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

23/4/2026

Sanderling

13/4/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/4/2026

American Wigeon

63/3/2026

Western Grebe

1063/3/2026

Red-throated Loon

13/3/2026

Pacific Loon

13/3/2026

Brewer's Blackbird

43/3/2026

Canada Goose

83/3/2026

Harlequin Duck

43/3/2026

Surf Scoter

173/3/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

933/3/2026

Black-bellied Plover

153/3/2026

Killdeer

23/3/2026

Black Turnstone

93/3/2026

Dunlin

283/3/2026

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 Ediz Hook for birding?
The best months to visit Ediz Hook for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Ediz Hook?
Notable species at Ediz Hook include Brant, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Red-breasted Merganser, Sanderling. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Ediz Hook?
Birding at Ediz Hook is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Ediz Hook?
Ediz Hook offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.