Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point

Oregon · West

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

March-May, September-November

About This Location

Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point is a productive birding destination in Oregon, with 205 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan 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

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/5/2026Shillapoo Lake1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/5/2026Yellow headed blackbird stakeout1 observed

Brandt's Cormorant

Urile penicillatus

3/5/2026Columbia Point Hayden Island1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

3/5/2026Shillapoo Lake1 observed

Orchard Oriole

Icterus spurius

3/5/2026stakeout Orchard Oriole, Portland (2026)1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/4/2026Woodland Bottoms -- Austin Point, Lewis River Dike, & Kuhnis Rd54 observed

Sora

Porzana carolina

3/4/2026Ridgefield NWR--River 'S' Unit1 observed

Black-crowned Night Heron

Nycticorax nycticorax

3/3/20269009 N Oswego Ave, Portland US-OR 45.59231, -122.748165 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

3/3/2026stakeout Summer Tanager (2025), SE Salmon St., Portland1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

1003/5/2026

Canada Goose

43/5/2026

Trumpeter Swan

63/5/2026

Tundra Swan

23/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

63/5/2026

Eurasian Wigeon

13/5/2026

American Wigeon

83/5/2026

Mallard

103/5/2026

Sandhill Crane

3/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

23/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Great Egret

13/3/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/3/2026

Northern Harrier

13/3/2026

American Crow

123/3/2026

Snow Goose

123/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

43/3/2026

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point for birding?
The best months to visit Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point for birding are March-May, September-November. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point?
Notable species at Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Tundra Swan, Northern Shoveler. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point?
Birding at Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point?
Sauvie Island - Raccoon Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.