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

5/30/2026Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center, Denton1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/29/2026Oakbrook Park1 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

5/28/2026Ray Roberts Lake SP--Isle du Bois (PPW-W 107)2 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/26/2026North Lakes Park, Denton US-TX 33.24048, -97.154361 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/25/2026Lewisville Lake Park1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

5/24/202611320–11350 FM-455, Pilot Point US-TX 33.39414, -96.939021 observed

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

5/24/202611320–11350 FM-455, Pilot Point US-TX 33.39414, -96.939021 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/24/2026Lakes of Argyle Walking Trail1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/22/2026Lewisville Lake Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

95/31/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

35/31/2026

Chimney Swift

45/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

35/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

Least Tern

15/31/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

255/31/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

85/31/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

25/31/2026

Snowy Egret

35/31/2026

Green Heron

25/31/2026

Great Egret

55/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

45/31/2026

Black Vulture

65/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

125/31/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

35/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

105/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

55/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

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.