Sun Lakes State Park

Washington · Pacific Northwest

Habitat
ForestCoastal
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sun Lakes State Park is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 216 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Lesser Scaup, California Quail, and Rock Pigeon 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sora

Porzana carolina

3/1/2026Rocky Ford--Upper Access2 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

2/27/2026Lake Lenore Caves SP1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

152/28/2026

California Quail

252/28/2026

Rock Pigeon

42/28/2026

Northern Flicker

12/28/2026

Say's Phoebe

12/28/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

12/28/2026

Canyon Wren

22/28/2026

Marsh Wren

22/28/2026

American Robin

12/28/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

12/28/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

12/28/2026

Cackling Goose

12/28/2026

Canada Goose

382/28/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/28/2026

American Coot

202/28/2026

Killdeer

22/28/2026

House Sparrow

12/28/2026

American Goldfinch

12/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

12/28/2026

Bufflehead

12/28/2026

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 Sun Lakes State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sun Lakes State Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Sun Lakes State Park?
Notable species at Sun Lakes State Park include Lesser Scaup, California Quail, Rock Pigeon, Northern Flicker, Say's Phoebe. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sun Lakes State Park?
Birding at Sun Lakes State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sun Lakes State Park?
Sun Lakes State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.