Multnomah County

Many daytime mountain species can be found here and this location should not be overlooked as a good daylight destination but Tryon is especially good for owls.  Northern Saw-whet, Barred, Great Horned, and Pygmy-Owl have all been found here (Sou...

The main attraction is the lake itself which is affected by water levels, being full in winter and spring, gradually lowering during summer and often becoming mostly dry by fall.  In winter there is a large variety of ducks and geese, and numerou...

This is a nice area to spend some time exploring the many trails that go both through woods and clearcuts.  It has become the best place in the county to find Mountain Quail and Canada Jay.  Other birds in the area include Band-tailed Pigeon, An...

There is a trail that starts off flat and then later becomes hillier and rockier that goes along a stream.  It is a very scenic walk with tall cliffs on either side.  This is a very good place for American Dipper.  Canyon Wren has occasionally ...

This delightful park involves a loop trail around a lake, with a second lake visible from the back side, surrounded by cottonwoods.  It is a good spot to get a decent number of species in a relatively short period of time.  The water gets a good...