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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

7/18/2026Aledo Rd1 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/16/2026Benbrook Lake--Mustang Park (PPW-W 065)1 observed

Northern Bobwhite

Colinus virginianus

7/13/2026Winscott Plover Road3 observed

Black-capped Vireo

Vireo atricapilla

7/11/2026Acton Nature Center1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

67/13/2026

Greater Roadrunner

27/13/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

67/13/2026

Great Egret

37/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/13/2026

Black Vulture

27/13/2026

Mississippi Kite

27/13/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/13/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/13/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

77/13/2026

White-eyed Vireo

27/13/2026

Blue Jay

27/13/2026

American Crow

77/13/2026

Carolina Chickadee

47/13/2026

Barn Swallow

87/13/2026

Carolina Wren

17/13/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/13/2026

Eastern Bluebird

67/13/2026

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.