Bald Eagle Nests in Metro Vancouver

Burnaby's Broadview Park

Situated in a tall tree, in the forrested SW corner of Broadview Park... located north of Canada Way, between Gilmore and Smith Ave.

Burnaby Lake

Nest located... across the lake from The Nature House. View from the end of Piper Spit, at...

Burnaby Lake Regional Park ... Canoe or kayak, walk or jog, or just enjoy watching the birds and ducks... this is a pleasant place to be.

Keep an eye out for the busy beavers! You should see them near their lodge.

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Deas Island Regional Park

This nest seems to be the only one located on the island. It is very difficult to spot in the summer time, but immediately becomes apparent when the leaves fall in late autumn.

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This impressive nest is located near the entrance to the park. Actually, it is off the island, across the road and down farther to the east. It appears to be on private property, and is therefore difficult to get close to.

Delta Offers An Impressive Array Of Nests...

These four nests are located in or near the northern half of an area bounded by 62 B St on the west, River Road on the north, 68 St on the east, and 60 Ave on the south.

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Located northeast of the intersection of River Rd and 68 St.

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See nesting tree on the far left of the picture. Located on the north side of River Rd, between 62B St. and 68 St.

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Ladner

This great nest is located... on the west side of River Rd at Westham Island Rd in Ladner.

Mother and Baby! What a sight to see!

While you're in the area, check out the The Reifel Bird Sanctuary... one of Canada's top bird-watching sites in the heart of the Fraser River estuary.
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Richmond's Tourist Info Nest

This impressive nest is located near the tourist info booth situated on Highway 99, just north of the Massey Tunnel. Park in the lot, then walk back a short distance to the nest tree.

It can also be glimpsed on your left as you head south toward the tunnel. Remember, just a glimpse, as it can be quite dangerous to take your eyes off the road for any length of time, especially at Hwy99 speeds!

West Dyke Trail

Located... at the western foot of Blundell Road, walk north for about a minute and a half from the pump house.

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Richmond's West Dyke Trail... Richmond's Terra Nova Park, and adjacent West Dyke and Middle Arm Trails... nature at it's best! The West Dyke Trail connects Terra Nova Park with Garry Point Park.

Located... about one hundred and fifty paces further north.(About 75 paces past the park bench.)

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View... across the river from Britannia Heritage Shipyard Park (Railway Ave/Westwater Dr).

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Steveston Fishing Village & Greenways... Features shops, markets, galleries, restaurants, Public Fish Sales Float, commercial boat tours and the Steveston Museum.

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Located... 4.0 Km east of Steveston Village, near the foot of No. 3 Rd.

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Richmond's South Dyke Trail... for cycling, walking, and river watching, this is the place to be!

Located... a little further east, at the foot of No. 3 Rd.

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As seen... looking north from Finn's Slough, which is located on Dyke Rd. at the southern foot of # 4 Rd.,in Richmond.

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Located... just east of Finn's Slough.

Located... across the river between Shell Rd and # 5 Rd on Dyke Rd.

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Vancouver"s Stanley Park Dining Pavilion

Atop a towering Douglas-fir tree, in a many-peopled area, this nest is located in the Malkin Bowl section of Stanley Park, near The Dining Pavilion. From the steps of The Dining Pavilion look high in the trees, slightly to your left... you'll see it!

Vancouver's Stanley Park... Walk, hike, drive, cycle, roller blade, jog... you can do it all in Stanley Park!

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Stanley Park's Cathedral Trail

This nest is high in the upper branches of a towering 500 year old plus Douglas-fir tree. It boasts the distinction of being the oldest and largest averie in Stanley Park. Start your search at the Lost Lagoon entrance to the Cathedral Trail. Proceed to the junction which connects with the Bridle Path and the Lees Trail. The huge Douglas-fir is actually on the Lees Trail. Go right from the Cathedral Trail unto the Lees Trail... it's there, almost immediately, on the left side of the trail. To view the averie, walk up the Bridle Path for a minute or so, then turn around. You'll see the nest high on your left.

Tunnel Trail Nest

Park 1.5 kilometers past Brockton Point. On the Tunnel Trail, walk in a clockwise direction. High in a Douglas-fir tree, the nest is soon seen on the right. It'll take a keen eye, but you will spot it.

Pipeline Road Perch Tree

While viewing the Tunnel Trail Nest, check out the Pipeline Road Perch Tree. On the Tunnel Trail, walk in a clockwise direction, then go right where it comes out on Pipeline Road. The perch tree is a short distance down on the right. With any luck, the resident eagle will be waiting for you! Continue your walk around to and again on the Tunnel Trail. This way, you will be afforded a view from a different angle.

Stanley Park's Merilees Trail

Park at or just past Prospect Point, and walk to the Siwash Rock Trail entrance. At the fork in the trail, go right to continue on the Siwash Rock Trail. As you walk, keep an eye to the left. Soon you will spot the tall Douglas-fir, with the nest perched high in the branches. If you are lucky, two great eagles will be there to greet you! Take time to appreciate the great view of Siwash Rock, then continue on around left to the Merilees Trail. Your walk will bring you once again the nesting tree, this time on your left. Follow the Merilees Trail back to the fork in the trail, then back to your vehicle.

2 Views of the Same Nest?

Just past Prospect Point, and past the Siwash Rock Trail entrance, there is an eagle nest on the north side, high up in a tall tree. It can be glimpsed from your vehicle, or can be better seen on foot. Park at or just past Prospect Point, or at the Prospect Point Picnic Area. Here is a view from closer to the picnic area, looking northeast.

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2 Views of the Same Nest?

Park at or just past Prospect Point, and walk to the Siwash Rock Trail entrance. At the fork in the trail, go left to the Merilees Trail. As you walk, keep an eye up to the left. Soon you will spot the nest in a tall Douglas-fir, perched high in the branches, near the top, which seems to be missing.
Walk further southwest on the trail, and turn around at roughly this spot for an overall view of the area. Head back the way you came.

Is this the same tree? Is this the same nest?

Vancouver's Vanier Park

Located... near the Coast Guard Station.

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Vancouver's Vanier Park... Enjoy a leisurely stroll, a more vigorous walk or a jog, a visit to the Planetarium and the Vancouver Museum, or fly a kite! All this, and more, awaits you.

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Jericho Park

An awesome nest snuggled atop a towering Douglas Fir tree...

Located... by Jericho Beach, in the woods west of the works yard, which is on Lebrun Way.

At Jericho Park ...take the path west of the Sailing Centre, go south at the BBQ coal pit, walking through the woods. Keep looking up. Suprise... you'll soon spot it!

Acadia Beach

An impressive nest perched atop a towering Douglas Fir tree... overlooking Acadia Beach, located at the northern fringe of Wreck Beach adjacent to...

Pacific Spirit Regional Park... From a walk in a deep lush forrest, to a picnic by the sea, Pacific Spirit Park offers this, and more.

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Pacific Spirit Regional Park

Located... on the SW corner of 16th Ave. and Imperial Rd., in Pacific Spirit Regional Park... on the Huckleberry Trail.

The nest is near the top of a towering Douglas Fir tree, beside the path, a short distance into the forrest from the trail entrance.

Wesbrook

Located on the coastal side of SW Marine Drive near the T-intersection with Wesbrook Mall, this nest takes a bit of an effort to spot. Take a through look, and you'll soon find it. Stop on Wesbrook Mall, then look across SW Marine Drive up toward the right. (Parking can be a challenge.) Up toward the left is a perching tree. Hopefully, it'll be occupied!

Musqueam Park

In a tall tree, in the middle of grove of trees, this nest is... located in Musqueam Park. For a many angled view, park at the south end of Holland Street, then walk clockwise on the path that surrounds the site.

Southlands

Located in the Southlands area of Vancouver, go south on Blenheim St., then turn right on W53rd Ave. All of a sudden it's there!

For a great 360 degree view of the nest, drive around this beautiful location. The Point Grey Golf and Country Club borders the east. Can you spot a nest in the making?

Kerrisdale

In a front yard, high in a Douglas-fir tree... located on the west side of the 6400 block of Larch St., between W 47th & W 49th Avenues.

SW Marine Dr

This nest is situated in the forested front yard of a private residence, in a tall tree... located on the south side of SW Marine Drive, at Angus Drive. For the most convenient viewing, park on Angus Drive.

Strathcona Park

Located in Strathcona Park (on Prior St., west of Clark Dr.), on Vancouver's Eastside.

Once you've found the park, you've found the nest(s)!

As they say, "You can't miss it (them).!"

Wall St.

Situated in a tall tree in an industrial area of the Port of Vancouver, this nest can be viewed from... a little park on the north side of Wall Street, at the western end of Oxford street (across the street from a playground).

Pandora St.

By the sidewalk, high in a Douglas-fir tree.. located near the NW corner of Pandora & Kamloops Streets, on Kamloops St.

Hastings St.

Wow... talk about "Urban Eagles"! They can't get much more urban than this... located near the parking lot on the SE corner of Hastings & Renfrew in Vancouver, across the street from, and overlooking, the PNE.

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West Vancouver's Marine Drive @ Parthenon Place

The nest is high in the tall Douglas-fir located... at the SE corner of Marine Drive and Parthenon Place. To view nest, park on Parthenon Place then look north toward Marine Drive.

While you're in the area, check-out West Vancouver's Lighthouse Park to the east, and Horseshoe Bay to the west. They are both well worth the visit.