Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

MountainRiver/Riparian

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This mountain and river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Gadwall among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Wood Duck Gadwall Mallard Rock Pigeon

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/31/2026Chatam Hill Dr 62 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

5/31/2026Chatam Hill Dr 61 observed

Black-capped Vireo

Vireo atricapilla

5/31/2026Viridian Community / Lake Viridian1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

5/31/2026Trinity River Audubon Center2 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

5/31/2026Viridian Community / Lake Viridian1 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

5/30/2026Dallas Co - Las Colinas Ponds & surrounding area1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/30/2026Home1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/29/2026Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/29/2026Harry Moss Park (Moss Creek Park)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

45/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/31/2026

American Crow

15/31/2026

Carolina Chickadee

85/31/2026

Carolina Wren

25/31/2026

European Starling

45/31/2026

Northern Mockingbird

25/31/2026

House Sparrow

25/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

65/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

65/31/2026

Painted Bunting

45/31/2026

Canada Goose

45/31/2026

Killdeer

15/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.
2
Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

Visitor Center

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving for birding?▼

The best months to visit Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving?▼

Notable species at Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Gadwall, Mallard, Rock Pigeon. The area supports mountain, river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving?▼

Birding at Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving?▼

Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.