On a stretch of land as vast as the Pacific Crest Trail, birders can expect to find a diverse variety of bird species. The 2,650 miles of trail travel through California, Oregon, and Washington. Numerous stops along the way are considered birding hotspots, which birders can learn more about with this handy resource sheet.
At these locations, birdwatchers may encounter bright yellow Bullock’s orioles or intense red crossbills. If you’re curious about which incredible species you can expect to find as you traverse the trail, build your birding bucket list with help from the gallery below. Here are six bird species to spot on the Pacific Crest Trail.