Join us for a mini bird walk! Every first and third Saturday through the summer (June 6-August 15), we will explore D River and the surrounding area for a quick but rich birding experience. Seven Capes volunteers will be present with binoculars to guide the walk, answer questions, and help identify birds. We’ll start at Hostetler Park on D River, take the boardwalk through wetland habitat, and as time permits, continue through the campground at Devils Lake State Recreation Area to the Devils Lake dock. Along the way, we’ll look for a variety of bird life including waterfowl, songbirds, and raptors.

This walk is intended to be shorter than our regular monthly bird walks but will provide ample opportunity for good birding!

Length, difficulty/conditions: The parking lot is gravel but can be flooded and muddy. The walk is initially on an old service road that crosses a closed bridge to a wide gravel area. The boardwalk is wide and the walk through the campground is paved. This is one of our more accessible walks – it’s mostly flat with only slight, short elevation changes.

Facilities: Restrooms at the campground.

Directions: In Lincoln City. From Hwy 101, turn east on NE 1st St. The Hostetler Park parking lot where we will meet will be on your immediate right. Watch for our sign. 

General info: These bird walks are free, family-friendly, and open to the public. No prior experience is needed and you do not need to pre-register. Birding by D River walks are guided by Seven Capes volunteers and we provide the free use of binoculars and field guides. Dress for coastal weather as we hold our bird walks rain or shine. Please remember to bring water. Note that dogs are not allowed on these walks.