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9 BC Birds to See This Summer
Grab your binoculars and a good field guide and see if you can spot these 9 birds in BC this summer!
Look Up, Stay Grounded
Situated on the Pacific Flyway, British Columbia is home to a vast array of North America’s best birdwatching opportunities.
Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just taking off, The BC Bird Trail is your guide to exploring birding, conservation, and community in British Columbia.
Regions
Kootenay Rockies
Stretching across the southeastern corner of British Columbia, the Kootenay Rockies Region is where rugged mountain peaks, glacier-fed rivers, and vast wetlands come together to create one of Canada’s most diverse birding destinations.
Northern BC
Vast, untamed, and breathtakingly beautiful, Northern British Columbia is where the true spirit of the wilderness comes alive. Towering forests, winding rivers, and endless skies create a landscape teeming with birdlife, from waterfowl gliding across tranquil lakes to songbirds hidden among the evergreens.
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Prince GeorgeThompson Okanagan
Home to diverse ecosystems and habitats such as wetlands, forests, deserts and grasslands, the Thompson Okanagan offers a fantastic bird-watching experience. The region’s unique climate attracts both migratory and resident birds.
Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Stretching from the urban skyline of Vancouver to the quiet wetlands of the Fraser Delta and the soaring peaks of the Coast Mountains, the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains region showcases one of the most ecologically diverse regions in Canada.
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Abbotsford Delta Harrison River Valley Richmond Squamish Surrey Vancouver Vancouver’s North ShoreVancouver Island
From misty rainforests and sheltered coves to open beaches and mountain valleys, Vancouver Island is a world of wild beauty waiting to be explored. Stretching along the Salish Sea and out to the open Pacific, the Vancouver Island region connects an incredible mix of habitats.
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Cowichan Langford Parksville Qualicum Beach Port Alice Port Hardy Port McNeill Sointula and Alert Bay Sooke Southern Gulf Islands Tofino UclueletItineraries
Wild open spaces.
The heart of BC’s Pacific Flyway.
Wild open spaces.
The heart of BC’s Pacific Flyway.
Wild open spaces.
Nestled between the mountains and the sea, There's Nowhere Better Natured.
Where the Rainforest meets the Sea.
Finding awesome.
Gateway to the wild heart of the Rockies.
In the warmth of the valley.
Between lake, river, and mountain.
The gathering grounds of the Pacific Flyway.
Awaken a deeper sense of wonder.
Along the shores of Shuswap Lake, rich histories foster a vibrant future.
From the mouth of the river, to the valley of dreams.
Rooted in the valley, soaring above the Fraser.
A delightful desert town offering Canada’s Warmest Welcome.
Wild open spaces.
A four-season playground in the heart of the Okanagan Valley.
Your basecamp to BC's spectacular Northern wilderness.
The closest remote place.
Nested safely between the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountains.
The sunny heart of the Kootenays.
Deep in the valley, all along the Salish Sea.
Explore the North Okanagan Valley from the Trails Capital of BC.
Spectacular by Nature.
Find relaxation on the rugged coastline
Experiences
Bookable Experiences in BC
Plan your next experience with our diverse selection of local experts to help guide you through the province’s great outdoors.
Bookable Experiences
Get the App
The BC Bird Trail Mobile Experience is the perfect companion piece for your next adventure. Our new mobile app lets you track progress across the province’s incredible birdwatching opportunities by checking in at birding hotspots throughout participating regions and communities, and earning rewards along the way.
Field Notes
