Coastal birding habitat

Midway Beach

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Midway Beach is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This 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

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

5/28/2026Grays Harbor NWR (Bowerman Basin)2 observed

Short-billed Gull

Larus brachyrhynchus

5/27/2026Leadbetter Point, Willapa Bay, South Bend US-WA (46.6704,-124.0596)1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/26/2026Tokeland -- Graveyard Spit/Fisher Ave1 observed

Bar-tailed Godwit

Limosa lapponica

5/24/2026Bottle Beach State Park2 observed

Pacific Golden-Plover

Pluvialis fulva

5/24/2026Tokeland--marina1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

5/24/2026Tokeland -- Graveyard Spit/Fisher Ave1 observed

Manx Shearwater

Puffinus puffinus

5/24/2026Westport pelagic--inshore1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Barn Swallow

5/27/2026

American Robin

5/27/2026

Song Sparrow

5/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/27/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

5/27/2026

Black-throated Gray Warbler

15/26/2026

Mallard

25/26/2026

Killdeer

75/26/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/26/2026

Snowy Plover

465/26/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

15/26/2026

Red-necked Phalarope

145/26/2026

Sanderling

5005/26/2026

Least Sandpiper

15/26/2026

Ring-billed Gull

205/26/2026

Western Gull

15/26/2026

Western x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

305/26/2026

Caspian Tern

85/26/2026

Brown Pelican

205/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

125/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Midway Beach for birding?
The best months to visit Midway Beach for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Midway Beach?
Notable species at Midway Beach include Sanderling, Brown Pelican, Osprey, Royal Tern, Willet. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Midway Beach?
Birding at Midway Beach is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Midway Beach?
Midway Beach offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.