Forest birding habitat

Three Crabs

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Three Crabs is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 256 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, and Green-winged Teal 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

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

7/21/2026Kah Tai Lagoon2 observed

Tufted Puffin

Fratercula cirrhata

7/19/2026Smith Island

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/19/2026Three Crabs1 observed

Horned Puffin

Fratercula corniculata

7/18/2026Smith Island1 observed

Elegant Tern

Thalasseus elegans

7/16/2026Port Angeles-Victoria Ferry (US side)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

127/21/2026

Black Oystercatcher

27/21/2026

Black-bellied Plover

27/21/2026

Killdeer

87/21/2026

Semipalmated Plover

27/21/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

17/21/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

17/21/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

387/21/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

17/21/2026

Least Sandpiper

187/21/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

27/21/2026

Western Sandpiper

77/21/2026

Ring-billed Gull

17/21/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

57/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

147/21/2026

Bald Eagle

17/21/2026

Belted Kingfisher

27/21/2026

American Crow

27/21/2026

Purple Martin

87/21/2026

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 Three Crabs for birding?
The best months to visit Three Crabs for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Three Crabs?
Notable species at Three Crabs include American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Bufflehead, Hooded Merganser. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Three Crabs?
Birding at Three Crabs is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Three Crabs?
Three Crabs offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.