Lake birding habitat

Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/31/2026San Mario1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/31/2026Brazos Co.--Sims Lane/Sims Lane Cutoff1 observed

Long-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus scolopaceus

5/31/2026Brazos Co.--Sims Lane/Sims Lane Cutoff1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/31/2026Brazos Co.--Sims Lane/Sims Lane Cutoff2 observed

American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

5/30/20261608 Blue Quail Lane, College Station, TX 778453 observed

Olive-sided Flycatcher

Contopus cooperi

5/28/2026University Park and Trails, College Station2 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/28/2026Brison Park1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/28/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Ecology & Natural Resource area1 observed

Couch's Kingbird

Tyrannus couchii

5/27/2026Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan1 observed

Blackburnian Warbler

Setophaga fusca

5/27/2026Dulaney1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

5/27/2026Dulaney1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/28/2026

Mourning Dove

15/28/2026

Killdeer

15/28/2026

Green Heron

15/28/2026

Great Egret

25/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/28/2026

Western Kingbird

25/28/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/28/2026

American Crow

15/28/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/28/2026

Barn Swallow

65/28/2026

European Starling

25/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

35/28/2026

House Sparrow

25/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/28/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

85/28/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/28/2026

Common Nighthawk

45/27/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

235/27/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan for birding?
The best months to visit Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Notable species at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Mourning Dove, American Coot. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Birding at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.