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Birding Near South Padre Island, TX

30 birding locations within 50 miles

Texas · United States

30

Locations

76+

Species

7

Habitats

3

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Birding Locations Near South Padre Island

bird standing on sand during day

Texas

< 1 mi away

Challenging

South Padre Island - Valley Land Fund lots

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 319 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Reddish Egret dancing in the shallows at South Padre Island

Texas

< 1 mi away

Easy

South Padre Island

Barrier island hotspot with outstanding shorebirds, waterbirds, and spring migrants.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
A heron stands on the beach, facing forward.

Texas

< 1 mi away

Challenging

South Padre Island

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 376 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

2.3 mi away

Easy

South Padre Island - Isla Blanca Park

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 265 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
a small bird perched on top of a wooden post

Texas

2.4 mi away

Easy

South Padre Island - Birding and Nature Center

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 378 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a body of water surrounded by trees and bushes

Texas

2.6 mi away

Challenging

South Padre Island - WBC/Conv. Center/Laguna Madre Trail

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 385 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

3.7 mi away

Moderate

Port Isabel

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 275 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

4.7 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Madre - Port Isabel Channel & Bay Boat trip

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 233 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

7.5 mi away

Moderate

Boca Chica Beach - USA side

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 250 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

8.3 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Vista Nature Trail

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 289 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Texas

8.9 mi away

Moderate

Boca Chica - Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Texas with 287 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

9.4 mi away

Moderate

Cameron Company/Port Isabel Reservoir & Holly Beach rd.

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 234 recorded species.

CoastalLakeSpringFall
Mountain birding habitat

Texas

9.8 mi away

Challenging

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - Redhead Ridge Overlook

Mountain birding hotspot in Texas with 233 recorded species.

MountainWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

10.1 mi away

Challenging

South Padre Island - N. of SPI city limits

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 220 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

10.1 mi away

Moderate

Cameron County - TX100 - Aplomado Viewing Area

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 210 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Texas

10.9 mi away

Moderate

TX48 - Shrimp Basin Bridge / Zapata Memorial Boat Ramp/ San Martin Lake outlet

Lake birding hotspot in Texas with 204 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Texas

12.8 mi away

Moderate

Buena Vista Boulevard - b/w Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge & Old Port Rd/CR350

Wetland birding hotspot in Texas with 236 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Texas

13.2 mi away

Moderate

Cameron County - TX100 (E. Ocean Boulevard)

Coastal birding hotspot in Texas with 227 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

13.2 mi away

Moderate

TX48 - Brownsville to S. Padre I. Hwy

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 207 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Texas

13.8 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - Buena Vista Boulevard (within refuge)

Wetland birding hotspot in Texas with 300 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
a large body of water surrounded by lush green grass

Texas

14.2 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Texas with 368 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

14.3 mi away

Moderate

Boca Chica Blvd / State Highway 4 (from road)

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 276 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

Texas

15.4 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - Alligator Pond

Lake birding hotspot in Texas with 244 recorded species.

LakeWetlandSpringFall
Grassland birding habitat

Texas

16.0 mi away

Moderate

Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - Prairie Trail (south of General Brant Road)

Grassland birding hotspot in Texas with 233 recorded species.

GrasslandWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

17.1 mi away

Moderate

Inn at Chachalaca Bend

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 226 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

17.1 mi away

Moderate

Old Port Isabel Rd

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 279 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

18.3 mi away

Moderate

Brownsville Landfill - check in at office

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 241 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Texas

19.3 mi away

Easy

Los Fresnos Nature Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Texas with 223 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

Texas

20.2 mi away

Easy

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Texas with 240 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Texas

20.8 mi away

Moderate

Cameron County - CR106 /General Brant Road (W. of Laguna Atascosa & W. of CR1847)

Forest birding hotspot in Texas with 205 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall

Top Species Near South Padre Island

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Eurasian Collared-DoveInca DoveLaughing GullRoyal TernGolden-fronted WoodpeckerBrown PelicanLoggerhead ShrikeBrown-headed CowbirdRed-winged BlackbirdGreat-tailed GrackleOrange-crowned WarblerYellow-rumped WarblerReddish EgretAplomado FalconLeast GrebeTropical ParulaGroove-billed AniSanderlingOspreyWilletRuddy TurnstoneDouble-crested CormorantGreat Blue HeronBlack-bellied Whistling-DuckBlue-winged Teal+51 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Wetland17 locations
Coastal11 locations
Forest9 locations
Urban Park3 locations
Lake3 locations
Mountain1 location
Grassland1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring30 locations
Fall30 locations
Winter29 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near South Padre Island, TX?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of South Padre Island include South Padre Island - Valley Land Fund lots, South Padre Island, South Padre Island, South Padre Island - Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island - Birding and Nature Center. These spots offer coastal, wetland, urban park habitats.
What birds can I see near South Padre Island?▼
Birders near South Padre Island can spot species including Eurasian Collared-Dove, Inca Dove, Laughing Gull, Royal Tern, Golden-fronted Woodpecker, Brown Pelican, Loggerhead Shrike, Brown-headed Cowbird. The area's 7 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near South Padre Island?▼
The best seasons for birding near South Padre Island are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near South Padre Island?▼
There are 30 documented birding locations within 50 miles of South Padre Island, TX, ranging from 0.4 to 20.8 miles from the city center.

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