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Description
The east bank of Findhorn Bay provides the best birding with easy parking, a bus service and a bird hide. Look for waders and sea ducks such as Whimbrel, Little Stint, Sanderling, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Common Scoter, Long-tailed Duck, Common Shelduck, Common Goldeneye and Red-breasted Merganser.
Details
Access
Roadside parking in Findhorn village and elsewhere. Regular bus to and from Findhorn village, Nearest train station is at Nairn. Note the saltmarsh on the south side is unsafe for walking except on recognised pathways.
Terrain and Habitat
Scattered trees and bushes , Wetland , Lake , Beach , Mud flats , Agriculture , Reedbeds , City/village , Sea , River , GrasslandConditions
Flat , High water possible , Open landscapeCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Winter , AutumnBest time to visit
Autumn migration , WinterRoute
Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , Car , BoatBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Birding on Findhorn Bay is very dependant on the tide, with the best times usually 2-3 hours either side of low tide. However, even at higher water there are still some areas that are good particularly where the waders are roosting. See a link to the tides table below.