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

Dusky-capped Flycatcher

Myiarchus tuberculifer

6/2/2026Davis Mountains Resort (Restricted Access)2 observed

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

Tyrannus forficatus

6/1/20261 mi. S Hwys. 17 x 1661 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

6/1/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

5/31/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)2 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

5/31/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)7 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

5/28/2026Davis Mountains SP--Primitive area N. of TX1181 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

5/27/2026Fort Davis Estates Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

5/27/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 observed

Green-winged Teal (American)

Anas crecca

5/27/2026Little Hell Tank1 observed

Short-tailed Hawk

Buteo brachyurus

5/23/202642895–42899 SH-17, Fort Davis US-TX 30.63420, -103.855401 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

5/23/2026Balmorhea Lake (fee access)1 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.