Lummi Flats

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Lummi Flats is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Glaucous-winged Gull, Great Blue Heron, and Bald Eagle 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

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

3/5/2026Lake Terrell3 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

3/5/2026Golf Course Slough1 observed

Black Scoter

Melanitta americana

3/5/2026Reef North Sucia1 observed

Merlin (Taiga)

Falco columbarius

3/4/2026Lummi Flats1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

2/28/2026Hundred Acre Wood1 observed

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

2/27/2026Drayton Harbor - Milhollin Boat Launch1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Wigeon

263/5/2026

Mallard

63/5/2026

Northern Pintail

13/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

283/5/2026

Greater Scaup

633/5/2026

Bufflehead

83/5/2026

Hooded Merganser

43/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Dunlin

403/5/2026

American Herring Gull

33/5/2026

Glaucous-winged Gull

63/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

73/5/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/5/2026

Northern Harrier

53/5/2026

Bald Eagle

73/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Short-eared Owl

13/5/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/5/2026

American Crow

73/5/2026

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 Lummi Flats for birding?
The best months to visit Lummi Flats for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Lummi Flats?
Notable species at Lummi Flats include Glaucous-winged Gull, Great Blue Heron, Bald Eagle, Rough-legged Hawk, American Crow. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lummi Flats?
Birding at Lummi Flats is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lummi Flats?
Lummi Flats offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.