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Birding Near El Paso, TX

12 birding locations within 50 miles

Texas · United States

12

Locations

39+

Species

6

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near El Paso

Lake birding habitat

Texas

4.9 mi away

Easy

Ascarate Park/Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Texas with 255 recorded species.

LakeUrban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Texas

6.1 mi away

Easy

Keystone Heritage Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Texas with 245 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Texas

7.7 mi away

Moderate

Crossroads Pond, El Paso

Lake birding hotspot in Texas with 203 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

8.8 mi away

Moderate

Randall's Pool

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 212 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

Texas

13.3 mi away

Easy

Rio Bosque Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Texas with 274 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

15.4 mi away

Moderate

Fred Hervey WTP

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 306 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

28.0 mi away

Easy

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 235 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

39.2 mi away

Easy

Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 272 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

39.6 mi away

Challenging

Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument - Dripping Springs NA

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 200 recorded species.

DesertFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

40.1 mi away

Moderate

La Llorona Trail Extension

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 251 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

41.6 mi away

Moderate

East of Las Cruces Dam

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 235 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

New Mexico

43.7 mi away

Moderate

Picacho Hills

Desert birding hotspot in New Mexico with 225 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter

Top Species Near El Paso

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Snow GooseCanada GooseMallardRock PigeonWhite-winged DoveCinnamon TealNorthern ShovelerGadwallAmerican WigeonCommon LoonBald EagleDouble-crested CormorantRing-billed GullBuffleheadCactus WrenGreater RoadrunnerGambel's QuailCurve-billed ThrasherPhainopeplaMourning DoveCommon GallinuleGreen-winged TealWhite-throated SwiftVerdinChipping Sparrow+14 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Desert6 locations
Chaparral5 locations
Urban Park3 locations
Lake2 locations
Forest2 locations
Wetland2 locations

Best Seasons:

Spring12 locations
Fall12 locations
Winter12 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near El Paso, TX?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of El Paso include Ascarate Park/Lake, Keystone Heritage Park, Crossroads Pond, El Paso, Randall's Pool, Rio Bosque Park. These spots offer lake, urban park, desert habitats.
What birds can I see near El Paso?▼
Birders near El Paso can spot species including Snow Goose, Canada Goose, Mallard, Rock Pigeon, White-winged Dove, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area's 6 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near El Paso?▼
The best seasons for birding near El Paso are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near El Paso?▼
There are 12 documented birding locations within 50 miles of El Paso, TX, ranging from 4.9 to 43.7 miles from the city center.

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