Urban Park birding habitat

Golden Gardens Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Golden Gardens Park is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Brant, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

5/31/2026Point No Point1 observed

Eastern Kingbird

Tyrannus tyrannus

5/31/2026Point No Point1 observed

Parasitic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticus

5/31/2026Edmonds Public Fishing Pier1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

5/31/2026Duwamish--Herring House Park/ Kellogg Island8 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

5/31/2026Juanita Bay Park4 observed

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

5/31/2026Marina Beach Park1 observed

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

5/31/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/30/20269516 Waters Ave S, Seattle US-WA 47.51755, -122.259081 observed

Heermann's Gull

Larus heermanni

5/30/2026Point No Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Wigeon

15/31/2026

Mallard

235/31/2026

Rock Pigeon

85/31/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

35/31/2026

Bald Eagle

15/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

American Crow

35/31/2026

Cedar Waxwing

165/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

275/31/2026

Gadwall

15/31/2026

California Gull

25/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

European Starling

35/31/2026

American Robin

15/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

Song Sparrow

25/31/2026

Canada Goose

465/30/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Killdeer

5/30/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

35/30/2026

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 Golden Gardens Park for birding?
The best months to visit Golden Gardens Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Golden Gardens Park?
Notable species at Golden Gardens Park include Brant, Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Surf Scoter. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Golden Gardens Park?
Birding at Golden Gardens Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Golden Gardens Park?
Golden Gardens Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.