Tofino

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Tofino is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Northern Flicker, and American Crow among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

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

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/3/2026Tofino--Long Beach Golf Campground1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/2/2026345 Main Street, Tofino, British Columbia, CA (49.154, -125.907)1 observed

Mallard x Northern Pintail (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x acuta

2/24/2026Pacific Rim National Park--Grice Bay1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

3/5/2026

Northern Flicker

23/5/2026

American Crow

3/5/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

3/5/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

3/5/2026

European Starling

73/5/2026

American Robin

3/5/2026

House Sparrow

3/5/2026

House Finch

3/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

3/5/2026

Song Sparrow

3/5/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

53/5/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

12/28/2026

Pacific Wren

12/28/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

62/28/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

12/27/2026

Spotted Towhee

22/27/2026

Short-billed Gull

12/26/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

402/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tofino for birding?
The best months to visit Tofino for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tofino?
Notable species at Tofino include Rock Pigeon, Northern Flicker, American Crow, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, Golden-crowned Kinglet. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tofino?
Birding at Tofino is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Tofino?
Tofino offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.