Forest birding habitat

Cleburne State Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cleburne State Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Pied-billed Grebe, Black Vulture, and American Crow 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

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

6/1/2026Palo Duro Court Cul-de-sac1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

6/1/2026Pecan Plantation River Overlook1 observed

Black-crested Titmouse

Baeolophus atricristatus

6/1/2026Pecan Plantation River Overlook1 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

5/31/2026Hamm Creek Park1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

5/30/20261805–2091 County Road 2700, Glen Rose US-TX 32.10061, -97.681811 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

5/26/2026Fossil Rim Wildlife Center2 observed

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

5/26/2026Lake Granbury Dam and Spillway (Brazos River)1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

5/22/20265777–6057 County Road 1224A, Cleburne US-TX 32.23350, -97.472761 observed

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

5/21/2026Lake Pat Cleburne--West Side1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

5/21/2026Old Brazos Point Bridge--Johnson Co.1 observed

Black-capped Vireo

Vireo atricapilla

5/21/2026Johnson Co.--FM 1434 Hillside2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

25/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

35/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

15/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Golden-cheeked Warbler

15/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

65/31/2026

Painted Bunting

15/31/2026

Black Vulture

15/30/2026

Mourning Dove

15/21/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

25/21/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/21/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/21/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/21/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/21/2026

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 Cleburne State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Cleburne State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cleburne State Park?
Notable species at Cleburne State Park include Pied-billed Grebe, Black Vulture, American Crow, Carolina Chickadee, Ruby-crowned Kinglet. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cleburne State Park?
Birding at Cleburne State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Cleburne State Park?
Cleburne State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.