MIDDLE COUNTY County

Wolf Hallow Rd. is fairly consistent for Loggerhead Shrike. Say’s Phoebe, Lazuli Buntings, Western Kingbirds, could also be found. There is a water trough on the north side of the road about half way down. Check here for birds coming to the ...

With the mix of riparian, sagebrush and canyon habitats, there is potential for a good variety of species. Look in the willows along river for Yellow-breasted Chat and Lazuli Bunting. Common Poorwill can be heard in this region at night.Canyon Wre...

This is an open sage area where sage species like Brewer’s Sparrow, Sage Thrasher, and Vesper Sparrow can be found. Also look for Horned Lark especially large flocks in winter, Western Meadowlark and hunting raptors.

This location is the riparian area that surrounds the intersection of Hwy. 19, Upper Rock Creek and Middle Rock Creek roads. It’s a good spot for those just driving north/south through the county. It’s best in the spring for finding mi...

Mostly a narrow valley with pasture/hay fields and brush along the creek. Good variety of birds. Both Brewer’s Sparrow and Long-eared Owl have been seen here. The riparian area at the John Day River can be very birdy in migration. Look for W...

Extensive riparian area along Rock Creek at the bottom of a canyon. Warbling Vireo, Bullock’s Oriole, Western Kingbird, Lazuli Bunting, Rock/Canyon Wren, warblers, flycatchers and a good place in the county consistently to find Black-Capped ...