Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Brant, Surf Scoter, and White-winged Scoter 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

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

3/6/2026Blackie Spit (Incl. Dunsmuir Farm & Nicomekl estuary)1 observed

White-crowned Sparrow (Dark-lored)

Zonotrichia leucophrys

3/5/2026New Westminster--Port Royal River Walk1 observed

Rock Sandpiper

Calidris ptilocnemis

3/5/2026Steveston--Jetty at Sand Heads4 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/5/2026Reef North Sucia1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/4/2026Surrey Lake Park1 observed

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

3/4/2026160th St Access Road To The Serpentine Dike Pumphouse.2 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/4/2026Boundary Bay Dyke (12th Ave-64th St)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/4/2026Drayton Harbor--Peace Portal Dr2 observed

Golden Eagle

Aquila chrysaetos

3/3/2026Serpentine Fen1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Brant

1203/1/2026

Surf Scoter

303/1/2026

White-winged Scoter

83/1/2026

Long-tailed Duck

23/1/2026

Bufflehead

63/1/2026

Common Goldeneye

83/1/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

183/1/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

33/1/2026

Killdeer

33/1/2026

Pigeon Guillemot

23/1/2026

Short-billed Gull

123/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

23/1/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

63/1/2026

Western x Glaucous-winged Gull (hybrid)

23/1/2026

Horned Grebe

53/1/2026

Red-necked Grebe

13/1/2026

Pacific Loon

13/1/2026

Common Loon

73/1/2026

Brandt's Cormorant

33/1/2026

Pelagic Cormorant

93/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts for birding?
The best months to visit Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts?
Notable species at Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts include Brant, Surf Scoter, White-winged Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Bufflehead. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts?
Birding at Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts?
Lighthouse Marine Park, Point Roberts offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.