Forest birding habitat

Whitman Mission National Historic Site

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Whitman Mission National Historic Site is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Mallard, California Quail, and Eurasian Collared-Dove 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

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

4/15/2026SE Creekside Dr1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/11/2026Denny Yard1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/7/2026Bennington Lake3 observed

Sagebrush Sparrow

Artemisiospiza nevadensis

4/4/20269 Mile Canyon Rd1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

4/3/2026S. Fork Russell Creek Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ring-necked Pheasant

14/15/2026

Mourning Dove

14/15/2026

American White Pelican

14/15/2026

Northern Harrier

24/15/2026

Black-billed Magpie

14/15/2026

European Starling

24/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/15/2026

Canada Goose

14/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/14/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

24/14/2026

Northern Flicker

14/14/2026

American Kestrel

14/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

14/14/2026

Violet-green Swallow

64/14/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/14/2026

House Finch

14/14/2026

American Goldfinch

14/14/2026

Song Sparrow

14/14/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

24/14/2026

Mallard

24/13/2026

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 Whitman Mission National Historic Site for birding?
The best months to visit Whitman Mission National Historic Site for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Whitman Mission National Historic Site?
Notable species at Whitman Mission National Historic Site include Mallard, California Quail, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Killdeer, Great Blue Heron. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Whitman Mission National Historic Site?
Birding at Whitman Mission National Historic Site is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Whitman Mission National Historic Site?
Whitman Mission National Historic Site offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.