Lake birding habitat

Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 291 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

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

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

5/31/2026Benbrook Lake—Baja Beach (Gate Key Required)1 observed

Bullock's x Baltimore Oriole (hybrid)

Icterus bullockii x galbula

5/30/2026Benbrook Lake—Baja Beach (Gate Key Required)1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

5/30/2026604 Murr Rd, Azle US-TX 32.83759, -97.614241 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

5/29/2026Benbrook Lake—Baja Beach (Gate Key Required)1 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

5/28/20262960 Fort Worth Hwy, Hudson Oaks US-TX1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

5/22/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

5/22/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

5/21/2026STCC Headquarters1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/21/2026Pecan Valley Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/21/2026Pecan Valley Park1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/20/2026Private Residence, Hulen and Granbury1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

55/24/2026

Mourning Dove

15/24/2026

Greater Roadrunner

15/24/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

25/24/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/24/2026

Forster's Tern

15/24/2026

Great Egret

35/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/24/2026

Black Vulture

15/24/2026

Mississippi Kite

25/24/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/24/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

95/24/2026

American Crow

55/24/2026

Carolina Chickadee

125/24/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/24/2026

Purple Martin

15/24/2026

Northern Mockingbird

45/24/2026

House Finch

15/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

95/24/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

65/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) for birding?
The best months to visit Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area)?
Notable species at Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Mourning Dove, American Coot. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area)?
Birding at Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area)?
Benbrook Lake - North Holiday Park (day use area) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.