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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/18/20266517 Royal Crest Drive, Dallas, Texas, US (32.9, -96.792)

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/18/2026Trinity River Audubon Center1 observed

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

7/18/2026Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Acorn Woods1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/17/2026Josey Ranch1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/15/20261915 Hurd Dr, Irving US-TX 32.87226, -96.977301 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

7/12/2026837 East Lawther Drive, Dallas, Texas, US (32.834, -96.711)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

87/12/2026

Killdeer

17/12/2026

White Ibis

17/12/2026

Green Heron

27/12/2026

Mississippi Kite

57/12/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/12/2026

Downy Woodpecker

27/12/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/12/2026

Western Kingbird

17/12/2026

Eastern Kingbird

27/12/2026

White-eyed Vireo

37/12/2026

Blue Jay

67/12/2026

American Crow

17/12/2026

Carolina Chickadee

47/12/2026

Tufted Titmouse

87/12/2026

Barn Swallow

27/12/2026

Carolina Wren

37/12/2026

Northern Cardinal

87/12/2026

Indigo Bunting

47/12/2026

Painted Bunting

37/12/2026

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.