River/Riparian birding habitat

Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 229 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Mallard, Mourning Dove, and American Coot 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/20/2026Teasley Lexington Park lake1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/19/2026North Lakes Inner Trail, Denton, Texas, US (33.244, -97.15)1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/17/2026Lewisville Lake--Willow Grove Park1 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

7/15/20267481–7499 Evelyn Ln, Northlake US-TX 33.12459, -97.264371 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/12/2026LLELA BISO MAPS Banding Station, Texas, US (33.059, -96.931)1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

7/8/2026Ray Roberts Lake SP--Isle du Bois (PPW-W 107)5 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

27/8/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/8/2026

Chimney Swift

17/8/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

27/8/2026

Anhinga

27/8/2026

White Ibis

17/8/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

17/8/2026

Little Blue Heron

27/8/2026

Tricolored Heron

27/8/2026

Snowy Egret

17/8/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

37/8/2026

Great Egret

27/8/2026

Black Vulture

57/8/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/8/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/8/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

17/8/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

57/8/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/8/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

17/8/2026

Western Kingbird

17/8/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton for birding?
The best months to visit Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton?
Notable species at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton include Mallard, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Blue Heron. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton?
Birding at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton?
Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.