Manzanita

Oregon · West

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Manzanita is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 219 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Anna's Hummingbird, American Herring Gull, and Glaucous-winged Gull 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

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

3/5/2026Kilchis Point Reserve

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

3/5/2026Cannon Beach Settling Ponds1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/5/2026Nehalem Meadows2 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

3/4/2026Seaside home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-breasted Sapsucker

13/5/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

23/3/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

13/3/2026

Steller's Jay

23/3/2026

American Crow

33/3/2026

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

53/3/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

13/3/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

13/3/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

33/3/2026

American Robin

23/3/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

63/3/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

73/3/2026

Golden-crowned Sparrow

53/3/2026

Spotted Towhee

33/3/2026

Townsend's Warbler

13/3/2026

American Herring Gull

22/25/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

82/25/2026

Common Goldeneye

62/23/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Manzanita for birding?
The best months to visit Manzanita for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Manzanita?
Notable species at Manzanita include Anna's Hummingbird, American Herring Gull, Glaucous-winged Gull, American Crow, Chestnut-backed Chickadee. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Manzanita?
Birding at Manzanita is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Manzanita?
Manzanita offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.