Urban Park birding habitat

Swallows Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Swallows Park is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 209 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Bufflehead 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

7/21/2026Flats S of Swallow Park1 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

7/18/2026Silcott Wye Rd, Clarkston US-WA (46.3868,-117.1868)6 observed

Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

7/16/2026Chief Timothy Park1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/16/2026Alpowa Creek mouth1 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

7/16/202617124 Peola Road, Pomeroy, Washington, US (46.335, -117.306)1 observed

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

7/14/2026Chief Timothy Park1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

7/14/2026U.S. 12, Clarkston, Washington, US (46.428, -117.143)1 observed

Burrowing Owl (Western)

Athene cunicularia

7/12/2026Silcott Wye Road5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

1507/15/2026

Mallard

107/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

57/15/2026

American White Pelican

37/15/2026

Osprey

17/15/2026

Bank Swallow

27/15/2026

Tree Swallow

17/15/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

57/15/2026

Hooded Merganser

17/11/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

37/11/2026

Mourning Dove

27/11/2026

Killdeer

67/11/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

27/11/2026

Western Sandpiper

27/11/2026

California Gull

17/11/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/11/2026

American Crow

37/11/2026

European Starling

507/11/2026

House Sparrow

37/11/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

17/11/2026

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