Birding Near Tacoma, WA

20 birding locations within 50 miles

Washington · United States

20

Locations

57+

Species

9

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Tacoma

Coastal birding habitat

Washington

4.7 mi away

Easy

Point Defiance Park - Dune Peninsula & Wilson Way

Coastal birding hotspot in Washington with 229 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Washington

13.7 mi away

Moderate

Kent Ponds

Forest birding hotspot in Washington with 223 recorded species.

ForestCoastalSpringFall
A small bird perched on top of a tree branch

Washington

17.5 mi away

Moderate

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Washington with 271 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Restored salt marsh and boardwalk at Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Washington

17.9 mi away

Easy

Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

Puget Sound estuary refuge with 300+ species, massive waterfowl concentrations, and restored salt marsh.

WetlandCoastalRiparianWinterFall
River/Riparian birding habitat

Washington

20.2 mi away

Moderate

Cedar River mouth

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Washington with 201 recorded species.

River/RiparianSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Washington

22.4 mi away

Moderate

Alki (including north and south beaches)

Forest birding hotspot in Washington with 210 recorded species.

ForestCoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Washington

22.5 mi away

Moderate

Theler Wetlands

Forest birding hotspot in Washington with 208 recorded species.

ForestCoastalSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Washington

27.9 mi away

Easy

Lake Sammamish State Park

Lake birding hotspot in Washington with 204 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Puget Sound view from coastal bluffs at Discovery Park Seattle

Washington

28.0 mi away

Moderate

Discovery Park

Seattle's largest park with old-growth forest, Puget Sound shoreline, and 270+ bird species.

ForestCoastalMeadowSpringWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

Washington

28.3 mi away

Easy

Discovery Park - West Point

Urban Park birding hotspot in Washington with 233 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Mallard ducks resting on a fallen log near water.

Washington

28.6 mi away

Moderate

Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill

Coastal birding hotspot in Washington with 264 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Restored wetland and grassland at Union Bay Natural Area with Lake Washington

Washington

28.7 mi away

Easy

Montlake Fill (Union Bay Natural Area)

UW campus restored wetland with 200+ species, easy access, and excellent year-round urban birding.

WetlandGrasslandLakeWinterSpring
Urban Park birding habitat

Washington

30.5 mi away

Easy

Golden Gardens Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Washington with 205 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
a body of water surrounded by trees and houses

Washington

31.0 mi away

Easy

Magnuson Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Washington with 226 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
a couple of birds standing on top of a lush green field

Washington

31.9 mi away

Easy

Carkeek Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Washington with 243 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Wooden boardwalk through a dry grassy field

Washington

32.1 mi away

Easy

Marymoor Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Washington with 245 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Wetland and forest landscape at Marymoor Park in Redmond Washington

Washington

32.2 mi away

Easy

Marymoor Park

King County's largest park with river floodplain, restored wetlands, and nesting Purple Martins.

WetlandGrasslandRiparianSpringWinter
Two colorful birds perched on a tree branch

Washington

32.7 mi away

Easy

Juanita Bay Park

Coastal birding hotspot in Washington with 217 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
brown trees on green grass field during daytime

Washington

38.7 mi away

Moderate

Edmonds Waterfront

Forest birding hotspot in Washington with 215 recorded species.

ForestCoastalSpringFall
a black and white photo of a bird on a roof

Washington

45.7 mi away

Moderate

Point No Point

Forest birding hotspot in Washington with 282 recorded species.

ForestCoastalSpringFall

Top Species Near Tacoma

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Canada GooseSurf ScoterBuffleheadCommon GoldeneyeCommon MerganserCackling GooseMallardHooded MerganserNorthern ShovelerGadwallSteller's JayAmerican CrowGolden-crowned KingletAmerican RobinDark-eyed JuncoAnna's HummingbirdNorthern FlickerTrumpeter SwanShort-eared OwlVirginia RailDunlinNorthern HarrierBald EagleDouble-crested CormorantBelted Kingfisher+32 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Coastal10 locations
Urban Park8 locations
Forest7 locations
Wetland4 locations
Grassland3 locations
Riparian2 locations
Lake2 locations
River/Riparian1 location
Meadow1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring19 locations
Fall17 locations
Winter4 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Tacoma, WA?
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Tacoma include Point Defiance Park - Dune Peninsula & Wilson Way, Kent Ponds, Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Cedar River mouth. These spots offer coastal, urban park, forest habitats.
What birds can I see near Tacoma?
Birders near Tacoma can spot species including Canada Goose, Surf Scoter, Bufflehead, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Cackling Goose, Mallard, Hooded Merganser. The area's 9 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Tacoma?
The best seasons for birding near Tacoma are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Tacoma?
There are 20 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Tacoma, WA, ranging from 4.7 to 45.7 miles from the city center.

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