Skagit Wildlife Area - Wiley Slough
Washington · Pacific Northwest
Moderate
April-May, September-October
Discover Pass required ($30/year or $10/day)
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Skagit Wildlife Area - Wiley Slough is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Gadwall 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
Yellow-breasted Chat
Icteria virens
Wilson's Phalarope
Phalaropus tricolor
Red Knot
Calidris canutus
Western Meadowlark
Sturnella neglecta
American Goshawk
Astur atricapillus
Black Phoebe
Sayornis nigricans
Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
White-throated Sparrow
Zonotrichia albicollis
Sandhill Crane
Antigone canadensis
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Blue-winged Teal
Cinnamon Teal
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
American Wigeon
Eurasian Collared-Dove
Killdeer
Spotted Sandpiper
Turkey Vulture
Bald Eagle
Western Flycatcher
Common Raven
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
European Starling
American Robin
Cedar Waxwing
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Birding Tips
- 1
Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.
- 2
Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.
- 3
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.
- 4
Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.
- 5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Fir Island Farm Reserve
- Padilla Bay Shore Trail
- Samish Flats
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