Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

Canyon

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Loggerhead Shrike among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canyon Wren White-throated Swift Peregrine Falcon Rock Wren Black Phoebe

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

7/19/2026Jeff Davis County Park1 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

7/19/2026Davis Mountains SP (FWTX 23)1 observed

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

7/19/2026Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail1 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

7/15/20261 mi. S Hwys. 17 x 1662 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

7/11/202642895–42899 SH-17, Fort Davis US-TX 30.63516, -103.854361 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

7/11/202642895–42899 SH-17, Fort Davis US-TX 30.63516, -103.854361 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 for birding?▼

The best months to visit Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?▼

Notable species at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 include Canyon Wren, White-throated Swift, Peregrine Falcon, Rock Wren, Black Phoebe. The area supports canyon habitats.

How difficult is birding at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?▼

Birding at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832?▼

Boy Scout Road/Aguja Canyon, Ranch Road 1832 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.