Bird Watching

Quartermaster Harbor was designated by the National Audubon Society as an Important Bird Area in 2000, most notably for its importance as overwintering habitat for thousands of Western Grebe. Roughly 8 to 10 percent of all Western Grebe found in Washington make their way to the harbor to feed on fish and ride out the winter weather.

Use the Vashon-Maury Island Audubon Society’s interactive map to learn about the variety of birding locations to be found on and around Vashon-Maury Island.