Lake birding habitat

Devine Lake Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Devine Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 300 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts White-winged Dove, 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

Worm-eating Warbler

Helmitheros vermivorum

4/18/2026Mills Pond at Wells Branch1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

4/18/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park1 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

4/18/2026Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area--Central & Eastern portion (Travis Co.)2 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

4/18/2026Brushy Creek Lake Park1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

4/18/20261@78613CedarParkHome1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

4/18/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

14/18/2026

White-eyed Vireo

34/18/2026

Carolina Chickadee

24/18/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

34/18/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

24/18/2026

Summer Tanager

14/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/18/2026

White-winged Dove

34/13/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

34/13/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

14/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/13/2026

Blue Jay

14/13/2026

Purple Martin

34/13/2026

Barn Swallow

64/13/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

34/13/2026

Carolina Wren

24/13/2026

Cedar Waxwing

204/13/2026

House Finch

14/13/2026

Lincoln's Sparrow

14/13/2026

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 Devine Lake Park for birding?
The best months to visit Devine Lake Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Devine Lake Park?
Notable species at Devine Lake Park include White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Killdeer, Wilson's Snipe. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Devine Lake Park?
Birding at Devine Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Devine Lake Park?
Devine Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.