Lake birding habitat

Crossroads Pond, El Paso

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Crossroads Pond, El Paso is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

7/19/2026My Yard2 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/19/2026Ascarate Park/Lake4 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/19/2026Strauss Rd Container Yard Drainage Pond1 observed

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

7/19/2026Franklin Mountains SP--Bird Blind1 observed

Northern Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

7/19/2026Keystone Heritage Park (FWTX 6)1 observed

Black-throated Gray Warbler

Setophaga nigrescens

7/18/2026Parque Central Hermanos Escobar1 observed

Anna's Hummingbird

Calypte anna

7/18/2026Pine Ridge Way1 observed

Red Crossbill

Loxia curvirostra

7/16/20266208 Llano Libre Way, El Paso US-TX 31.84922, -106.5294818 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

37/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

57/20/2026

American Kestrel

27/20/2026

Summer Tanager

17/20/2026

Blue Grosbeak

17/20/2026

Painted Bunting

17/20/2026

Rufous Hummingbird

17/20/2026

House Sparrow

47/20/2026

House Finch

57/20/2026

Calliope Hummingbird

17/19/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

17/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

57/19/2026

Northern Shoveler

17/19/2026

Mexican Duck

147/19/2026

Ruddy Duck

117/19/2026

Gambel's Quail

27/19/2026

Rock Pigeon

597/19/2026

Greater Roadrunner

17/19/2026

American Coot

107/19/2026

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 Crossroads Pond, El Paso for birding?
The best months to visit Crossroads Pond, El Paso for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Crossroads Pond, El Paso?
Notable species at Crossroads Pond, El Paso include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Crossroads Pond, El Paso?
Birding at Crossroads Pond, El Paso is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Crossroads Pond, El Paso?
Crossroads Pond, El Paso offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.