Coon Lake

Along the Pacific Crest Trail between High Bridge and Bridge Creek, Coon Lake is the valley's birding mecca. Barrow's Goldeneyes, Wood Ducks, Hooded Mergansers and Cinnamon Teals lounge on the lake, while around the shore Yellow, MaGillivray's, and Nashville Warblers, along with Chipping Sparrows can be seen. Cassin's Finch, Cedar Waxwings, Black-headed and Evening Grosbeaks as well as Pileated Woodpeckers stay busy in the trees. Ruffed and Blue Grouse forage near the edge, while overhead you may spot a Golden Eagle. Sightings of all three Accipiters are possible. Keep your ears open for Northern Pygmy Owls, Common Ravens and Red-breasted Nuthatches.

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