Brady Loop

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Brady Loop is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 220 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Trumpeter Swan among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.

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

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

3/1/2026Wenzel Slough Rd3 observed

Turkey Vulture

Cathartes aura

2/21/2026698 W Camas Ct, McCleary US-WA 47.07538, -123.270731 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

403/5/2026

Trumpeter Swan

53/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

203/5/2026

Eurasian Wigeon

13/5/2026

American Wigeon

1003/5/2026

Mallard

23/5/2026

Northern Pintail

203/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

83/5/2026

Bufflehead

13/5/2026

Northern Harrier

23/5/2026

Bald Eagle

23/5/2026

American Kestrel

23/5/2026

California Scrub-Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

43/5/2026

Common Raven

23/5/2026

European Starling

553/5/2026

American Robin

503/5/2026

House Finch

13/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

43/5/2026

Song Sparrow

23/5/2026

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

    Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Brady Loop for birding?
The best months to visit Brady Loop for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Brady Loop?
Notable species at Brady Loop include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Brady Loop?
Birding at Brady Loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Brady Loop?
Brady Loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.