Fernhill Wetlands
Oregon · West
Moderate
March-May, September-November
Free
Open daily, dawn to dusk
About This Location
Fernhill Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 249 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler among many others. The diverse terrain supports both resident specialties and Pacific Flyway migrants throughout the year.
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
Yellow-headed Blackbird
Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
Black-crowned Night Heron
Nycticorax nycticorax
Spotted Towhee (maculatus Group)
Pipilo maculatus
Barn Swallow (American)
Hirundo rustica
Sora
Porzana carolina
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
Black-throated Gray Warbler
Setophaga nigrescens
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Cackling Goose
Canada Goose
Northern Shoveler
Gadwall
Mallard
Green-winged Teal
Ring-necked Duck
Bufflehead
Anna's Hummingbird
American Coot
Killdeer
Great Blue Heron
Northern Harrier
Bald Eagle
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Tree Swallow
Bushtit
European Starling
American Robin
Birding Tips
- 1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
- 2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
- 3
Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.
- 4
Check tide tables before visiting — low tide exposes mudflats that attract the most shorebirds.
- 5
Onshore winds can push pelagic species closer to shore, making post-storm days excellent for rarities.
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Jackson Bottom Wetlands Preserve
- Tualatin River NWR
- Cook Park
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