Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Northern Pintail, Harlequin Duck, and Surf Scoter 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

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026New Westminster--Port Royal River Walk1 observed

Rock Sandpiper

Calidris ptilocnemis

3/5/2026Steveston--Jetty at Sand Heads4 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/4/2026Surrey Lake Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/4/2026160th St Access Road To The Serpentine Dike Pumphouse.2 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/4/2026Boundary Bay Dyke (12th Ave-64th St)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/4/2026Drayton Harbor--Peace Portal Dr2 observed

Taiga Flycatcher

Ficedula albicilla

3/4/2026Vancouver--Sunset Beach Park1 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/3/2026Serpentine Fen1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Pintail

3/4/2026

Harlequin Duck

3/4/2026

Surf Scoter

3/4/2026

White-winged Scoter

3/4/2026

Bufflehead

3/4/2026

Common Goldeneye

3/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

3/4/2026

Black Oystercatcher

3/4/2026

Killdeer

3/4/2026

Black Turnstone

3/4/2026

Dunlin

3/4/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

3/4/2026

Horned Grebe

3/4/2026

Common Loon

3/4/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

3/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

3/4/2026

Bald Eagle

3/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

3/4/2026

American Crow

3/4/2026

European Starling

3/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.

  5. 5

    Peak spring migration runs mid-May in this region — plan visits around this window for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty for birding?
The best months to visit Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Notable species at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty include Northern Pintail, Harlequin Duck, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Bufflehead, Anna's Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird, Glaucous-winged Gull, Bald Eagle, Downy Woodpecker, Black-capped Chickadee, Bushtit. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Birding at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
There is no entrance fee at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty. Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty?
Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Jetty offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.