Forest birding habitat

Tokeland

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Tokeland is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, European Starling, and American Robin 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

Hudsonian Whimbrel

55/30/2026

Western Gull

15/30/2026

Caspian Tern

25/30/2026

Belted Kingfisher

15/30/2026

Northern Flicker

15/30/2026

Olive-sided Flycatcher

15/30/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

15/30/2026

Barn Swallow

25/30/2026

House Sparrow

15/27/2026

Black-bellied Plover

105/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/27/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

15/27/2026

Dunlin

25/27/2026

California Gull

15/27/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

15/27/2026

Brown Pelican

85/27/2026

American Robin

15/27/2026

American Goldfinch

25/27/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

15/27/2026

Band-tailed Pigeon

15/26/2026

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 Tokeland for birding?
The best months to visit Tokeland for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tokeland?
Notable species at Tokeland include Cackling Goose, European Starling, American Robin, Canada Goose, Long-tailed Duck. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tokeland?
Birding at Tokeland is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tokeland?
Tokeland offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.