Campion Trails - Mountain Creek Preserve, Irving

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
MountainRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/5/2026Hillview Drive1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Grapevine Lake—Katie's Woods Park1 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

3/5/2026Sam Houston Trail Park (Dallas Co.)1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/5/2026River Legacy Park--Trail east of Collins St.1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/4/2026Kowalske’s Garden1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026Grapevine Lake--Meadowmere Pk (Tarrant Co. portion)1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull (fuscus)

Larus fuscus

3/3/2026White Rock Lake & Old Fish Hatchery (PPW-W 086)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/3/2026White Rock Lake & Old Fish Hatchery (PPW-W 086)1 observed

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

3/2/2026Sam Houston Trail Park (Dallas Co.)1 observed

Downy Woodpecker (Eastern)

Dryobates pubescens

2/28/2026Grapevine Lake--Meadowmere Pk (Denton Co. portion)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

33/1/2026

Wood Duck

13/1/2026

Gadwall

203/1/2026

Mallard

23/1/2026

Rock Pigeon

203/1/2026

White-winged Dove

23/1/2026

Mourning Dove

83/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

13/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

1503/1/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

53/1/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

13/1/2026

White Ibis

23/1/2026

Snowy Egret

13/1/2026

Great Egret

13/1/2026

Great Blue Heron

33/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

53/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

23/1/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/1/2026

Belted Kingfisher

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring layers as mountain weather changes rapidly at elevation.

  2. 2

    Check exposed ridges and thermals for soaring raptors and swifts.

  3. 3

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

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.