Olympic National Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

ModerateOfficial Site

Habitat

ForestCoastalMountain

Best Seasons

SpringSummer

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-July

Entrance Fee

$30 per vehicle (7-day pass)

Hours

Open 24 hours; visitor center hours vary seasonally

About This Location

Olympic National Park encompasses temperate rainforest, alpine meadows, and rugged Pacific coastline on Washington's Olympic Peninsula. The park's diverse ecosystems support over 300 bird species, from Marbled Murrelets in old-growth forests to Tufted Puffins along the coast.

Location

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Notable Species

Marbled Murrelet Harlequin Duck American Dipper Varied Thrush Sooty Grouse

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

3/4/2026West Dungeness, WA1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

3/4/2026Mountain View Cemetery Marsh1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/4/2026Woodland Bottoms--Cathlapotle River Park30 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

3/4/202622598 Northeast Alder Crest Lane, Redmond, Washington, US (47.693, -122.04)

Sora

Porzana carolina

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

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/4/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/4/2026Beebe Springs Natural Area1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

3/4/2026Long Lake (Kitsap Co.)4 observed

Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianus

3/4/2026Snake River250 observed

Canyon Wren

Catherpes mexicanus

3/3/2026Spring Creek Fish Hatchery1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/3/2026Union Bay Natural Area/Montlake Fill1 observed

Black Phoebe

Sayornis nigricans

3/3/2026Eagle Lake, Chehalis Western Trail (Shincke Rd.)1 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

3/3/2026Deer Lagoon4 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

3/3/2026Stevenson Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

House Finch

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

5 birds

American Goldfinch

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

1 birds

Song Sparrow

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

2 birds

Pygmy Nuthatch

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

2 birds

Mourning Dove

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

1 birds

American Robin

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

2 birds

Mountain Chickadee

WA-Spokane--4309 SG

3/4/2026

2 birds

Bald Eagle

West Seattle home

3/4/2026

1 birds

Downy Woodpecker

West Seattle home

3/4/2026

1 birds

Northern Flicker

7802 175th Street Southwest, Edmonds, Washington, US (47.84, -122.339)

3/4/2026

3 birds

Varied Thrush

7802 175th Street Southwest, Edmonds, Washington, US (47.84, -122.339)

3/4/2026

1 birds

Anna's Hummingbird

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

1 birds

Spotted Towhee

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

1 birds

Chestnut-backed Chickadee

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

1 birds

American Crow

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

4 birds

Black-capped Chickadee

Morgan

3/4/2026

2 birds

Golden-crowned Kinglet

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

1 birds

Bewick's Wren

9736 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle US-WA 47.70045, -122.27729

3/4/2026

2 birds

Dark-eyed Junco

Morgan

3/4/2026

5 birds

Rock Pigeon

Morgan

3/4/2026

14 birds

Birding Tips

1
The Hoh Rainforest is outstanding for forest species
2
Check Rialto Beach and the coast for seabirds and shorebirds

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Visitor Center

Trails

Campground

Nearby Attractions

Hoh Rainforest
Hurricane Ridge

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Olympic National Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit Olympic National Park for birding are May-July. The best seasons are Spring and Summer.

What birds can I see at Olympic National Park?▼

Notable species at Olympic National Park include Marbled Murrelet, Harlequin Duck, American Dipper, Varied Thrush, Sooty Grouse. The area supports forest, coastal, mountain habitats.

How difficult is birding at Olympic National Park?▼

Birding at Olympic National Park is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

Is there an entrance fee at Olympic National Park?▼

The entrance fee at Olympic National Park is $30 per vehicle (7-day pass). Hours: Open 24 hours; visitor center hours vary seasonally.

What amenities are available at Olympic National Park?▼

Olympic National Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Visitor Center, Trails, Campground.