Coastal birding habitat

Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalCanyon
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 294 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and canyon habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Least Sandpiper 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

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

4/10/2026Choke Canyon SP (Calliham Unit)--Rec Center area1 observed

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

4/7/2026Choke Canyon SP--Calliham Unit (McMullen Co.)(CTC 082)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

54/13/2026

Mourning Dove

24/13/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

44/13/2026

Black Vulture

74/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/13/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

44/13/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

24/13/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

14/13/2026

Couch's Kingbird

14/13/2026

Verdin

14/13/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

34/13/2026

Bewick's Wren

44/13/2026

Long-billed Thrasher

14/13/2026

Northern Mockingbird

74/13/2026

Olive Sparrow

44/13/2026

Lark Sparrow

64/13/2026

Song Sparrow

14/13/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

64/13/2026

Northern Cardinal

54/13/2026

Pyrrhuloxia

14/13/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit for birding?
The best months to visit Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit?
Notable species at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Least Sandpiper, Neotropic Cormorant, American White Pelican. The area supports coastal, canyon habitats.
How difficult is birding at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit?
Birding at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit?
Choke Canyon State Park - South Shore Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.