Forest birding habitat

Wenas Area

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Wenas Area is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This forest and 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

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/13/2026Selah Cliffs Nature Area Preserve1 observed

Gray Flycatcher

Empidonax wrightii

4/13/2026BBQ Flats1 observed

Hammond's Flycatcher

Empidonax hammondii

4/11/2026Bluebell Creek1 observed

Red Crossbill (Douglas-fir or type 4)

Loxia curvirostra

4/11/2026North Wenas Road10 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/11/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)3 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/7/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

4/7/2026Umptanum Road (Kittitas Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

4/13/2026

Ruffed Grouse

24/13/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

34/13/2026

Williamson's Sapsucker

14/13/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

24/13/2026

White-headed Woodpecker

34/13/2026

American Kestrel

14/13/2026

Gray Flycatcher

14/13/2026

Steller's Jay

114/13/2026

Common Raven

24/13/2026

Mountain Chickadee

44/13/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

114/13/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

34/13/2026

Pygmy Nuthatch

54/13/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

124/13/2026

Townsend's Solitaire

14/13/2026

American Robin

24/13/2026

Evening Grosbeak

34/13/2026

Purple Finch

64/13/2026

Cassin's Finch

144/13/2026

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 Wenas Area for birding?
The best months to visit Wenas Area for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wenas Area?
Notable species at Wenas Area include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wenas Area?
Birding at Wenas Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wenas Area?
Wenas Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.