Wetland birding habitat

Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Killdeer, and Greater Yellowlegs among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

4/20/2026Tillman - Hackberry Flat Survey3 observed

Glossy x White-faced Ibis (hybrid)

Plegadis falcinellus x chihi

4/20/2026Tillman - Hackberry Flat Survey4 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

4/19/2026Hackberry Flat WMA1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

4/19/2026Hackberry Flat WMA--Reservoir2 observed

Sanderling

Calidris alba

4/19/2026Willet unit2 observed

Black-bellied Plover

Pluvialis squatarola

4/18/2026Tillman - Hackberry Flat Survey1 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

4/11/2026Hackberry Flat WMA1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

4/11/2026Hackberry Flat WMA1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

254/20/2026

Northern Shoveler

204/20/2026

Gadwall

44/20/2026

Mallard

104/20/2026

Northern Pintail

24/20/2026

Green-winged Teal

84/20/2026

Northern Bobwhite

44/20/2026

Mourning Dove

44/20/2026

American Coot

754/20/2026

Black-necked Stilt

364/20/2026

American Avocet

194/20/2026

American Golden-Plover

14/20/2026

Killdeer

54/20/2026

Semipalmated Plover

44/20/2026

Snowy Plover

14/20/2026

Upland Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

2004/20/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

484/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/20/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

34/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area include Greater White-fronted Goose, Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs, Loggerhead Shrike, Savannah Sparrow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area?
Hackberry Flat Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.