Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows

Oregon · West

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 214 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Black-crowned Night Heron, Snow Goose, and Ross's Goose 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

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

3/6/2026Ruh-Red Rd. (sagebrush habitat only)1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/6/2026Malheur NWR--Narrows1 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

3/4/2026Greenhouse Ln.1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

3/1/2026Malheur NWR--Narrows1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/1/2026Malheur NWR--Headquarters1 observed

Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

2/27/2026Malheur NWR--Narrows1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

2/27/2026Malheur NWR--Narrows1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

2/27/2026Malheur NWR--Narrows5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

853/6/2026

Canada Goose

103/6/2026

Trumpeter Swan

13/6/2026

Tundra Swan

123/6/2026

Cinnamon Teal

43/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

3403/6/2026

Gadwall

703/6/2026

Eurasian Wigeon

13/6/2026

American Wigeon

853/6/2026

Mallard

63/6/2026

Canvasback

953/6/2026

Redhead

43/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

453/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

203/6/2026

Bufflehead

353/6/2026

Common Goldeneye

183/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

1903/6/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

13/6/2026

Killdeer

33/6/2026

Ring-billed Gull

133/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Early mornings provide the best light and bird activity along the coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows for birding?
The best months to visit Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows?
Notable species at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows include Black-crowned Night Heron, Snow Goose, Ross's Goose, Canada Goose, Tundra Swan. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows?
Birding at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows?
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge - Narrows offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.