The heart of the Pacific Flyway, and a central hub to travellers throughout BC, Richmond’s diverse communities and spectacular waterfront vistas are home to a plethora of migratory birds.
Getting Here
By Land
By Public Transit
By Bike
Biking Itineraries: Tourism Richmond
Biking North: From Delta
Biking West: From Surrey
Biking South: From Vancouver
By Air
By Boat
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Fall Birding in Richmond
Winter Birding in Richmond
Spring Birding in Richmond
Summer Birding in Richmond
Truly some of the best birding in North America happens in and around Richmond. From the Musqueam marshlands of Sea Island and Iona Beach, to the migratory birds of Terra Nova Park, there’s so much to explore – all within reach of a bustling cultural centre.
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1Ferguson Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V7B 0A8
Located where the Fraser River meets the sea, this park is part of the Pacific Flyway, making it a great spot for viewing migratory birds.
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21000 Ferguson Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V7B 1W8
An intimate bird tour experience accessing more than 15 years of wildlife insights Liron has accumulated during his award-winning nature photography career in and around Vancouver.
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32631 Westminster Way, Richmond, BC, CA, V7C 1A9
Also located along the Pacific Flyway, this park offers great opportunities to see migratory birds, with viewing platforms along the trails perfect for bird watching.
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41082-7899 Templeton Station Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V7B 0B7
This Italian style artisan coffee house and roastery has a great tea selection and fresh baked goods for a quick morning stop.
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57899 Templeton Station Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V7B
Highly acclaimed Japanese inspired hot dogs. Creative, fun, and tasty. Their signature hot dog features teriyaki sauce, mayo, and seaweed.
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68181 Cambie Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V6X 3X9
Elegant and delicious croissants, pastries, cakes, and more, made using traditional French techniques.
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7130-8311 Lansdowne Road, Richmond, BC, CA, V6X 3A4
Focusing primarily on Asian foods, this location is the largest T&T in Canada. Seemingly endless food options with its own street food section and live seafood bar.
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84760 Inglis Drive, Richmond, BC, CA
Dine on classic West Coast pub fare and seafood while watching the seaplanes arrive and depart from their patio overlooking the Fraser River.
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97700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, CA, V6Y 1R8
An excellent stop for birdwatching enthusiasts in BC, the Brighouse branch of the Richmond Public Library offers free Birdwatching ExplorePACKs, a starter pack equipped with everything you need to get outdoors and experience birdwatching, that can be borrowed for up to 7 days with an RPL library card!
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103111 Grant McConachie Way, Richmond, BC, CA, V7B 1K7
Situated in the middle of Sea Island, relax in comfortable rooms with unobstructed views of the ocean and North Shore Mountains. Close to great food, shopping, and the heart of the Pacific Flyway.
In the summer and fall of 2021, we collaborated with renowned biologist, birder and author, Dick Cannings and regional Bird Trail partners to highlight real stories of local birding, community, and conservation in British Columbia. The result was a 14-minute documentary short which is the first release of the ongoing series, ‘Stories from The BC Bird Trail’.
In this Field Notes post, we’ll take you through three communities that make up the southern portion of the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains Region: Surrey, Richmond, and Delta. Situated at the mouth of the Fraser River, this region is one of the best birding areas in the world. While South Fraser is home to plenty of year-round birds, the main attraction for many birders is the fact that it sits on the busy Pacific Flyway, a migration route that goes between Alaska and South America.
Located on the southwest tip of Lulu Island, Steveston Village’s historic harbour is full of heritage architecture and fresh fish – which in turn attracts a variety of birds looking for a taste.
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1212240 Second Avenue, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 3L8
Running from April to October, take in the scenery on a whale watching tour focused on magnificent orcas, majestic humpback whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, sea lions, seals and bald eagles.
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1312011 Seventh Avenue, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 4X2
A large waterfront park where the West and South Dyke Trails meet. This area is known for a variety of raptors, shorebirds, and waterfowl.
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143511 Moncton Street, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 3A3
A friendly local organic coffee shop and roastery in the historic and quaint fishing village of Steveston.
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1512111 Third Avenue, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 3K1
Established in 1895 in the heart of historic Steveston Village, this charming hotel has cozy rooms and a diner on the ground floor for convenient breakfast and lunch.
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163540 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 4R7
Pajo’s serves up 100% Oceanwise certified, and delicious, classic fish and chips. Take in the harbour views while floating right on the water.
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1812031 First Avenue, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 3M1
A unique and welcoming bookstore with new and used books galore.
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19115-3900 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC, CA, V7E 4R7
Open seasonally in the summer.
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