River/Riparian birding habitat

Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Egyptian Goose, Muscovy Duck, and Blue-winged Teal 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

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

4/16/202623085 Murrell Rd, Hockley US-TX 30.10828, -95.815112 observed

Black-billed Cuckoo

Coccyzus erythropthalmus

4/16/2026Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary (UTC 094)1 observed

Golden-winged Warbler

Vermivora chrysoptera

4/15/2026Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary (UTC 094)1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

4/14/2026Home4 observed

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

4/14/2026Katy Prairie Conserv.--Indiangrass Preserve1 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

4/13/2026Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary (UTC 094)1 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

4/13/2026Cove Birding Dr (Rohit's yard)1 observed

Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

4/13/2026Katy Prairie--Hebert rd.--dirt rd. E. of Pattison (Waller Co.)(UTC 100)4 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

14/15/2026

Muscovy Duck

24/15/2026

Blue-winged Teal

24/15/2026

Mallard

114/15/2026

Greater Scaup

14/15/2026

Ruddy Duck

14/15/2026

Rock Pigeon

104/15/2026

White-winged Dove

54/15/2026

Mourning Dove

24/15/2026

American Coot

14/15/2026

Killdeer

34/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

34/15/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

84/15/2026

White Ibis

14/15/2026

Snowy Egret

24/15/2026

Great Egret

14/15/2026

Great Blue Heron

44/15/2026

Osprey

14/15/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

14/15/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

14/15/2026

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 Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park for birding?
The best months to visit Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park?
Notable species at Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park include Egyptian Goose, Muscovy Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park?
Birding at Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park?
Deputy Darren Goforth / Horsepen Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.