Castroville Regional Pk

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Castroville Regional Pk is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 240 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Mourning Dove, and Black Vulture 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/5/2026Medina Dam (HOTE 109)2 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/3/2026Westcreek1 observed

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

3/1/2026Fowler Rd, Atascosa US-TX1 observed

Clay-colored Thrush

Turdus grayi

3/1/2026Medina R. Crossing--Cagnon/Ponder Rds. (HOTE 115)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Egyptian Goose

33/6/2026

Common Ground Dove

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

53/6/2026

Least Grebe

13/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

93/6/2026

Black Vulture

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/6/2026

White-eyed Vireo

23/6/2026

Carolina Chickadee

23/6/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

23/6/2026

Verdin

13/6/2026

Purple Martin

103/6/2026

Barn Swallow

13/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

33/6/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

23/6/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Castroville Regional Pk for birding?
The best months to visit Castroville Regional Pk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Castroville Regional Pk?
Notable species at Castroville Regional Pk include Egyptian Goose, Mourning Dove, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Golden-fronted Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Castroville Regional Pk?
Birding at Castroville Regional Pk is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Castroville Regional Pk?
Castroville Regional Pk offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.