Fort Travis Seashore Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
CoastalUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Fort Travis Seashore Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 250 species recorded on eBird. This coastal and urban park habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Clapper Rail, and American Avocet 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/6/2026Texas City Dike (UTC 074)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Clapper Rail

43/6/2026

Black-bellied Plover

53/6/2026

Killdeer

93/6/2026

Laughing Gull

173/6/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

23/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/6/2026

Brown Pelican

153/6/2026

Osprey

33/6/2026

White-tailed Kite

13/6/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

33/6/2026

Savannah Sparrow

23/6/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

53/6/2026

Long-billed Curlew

33/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/3/2026

American Pipit

93/3/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

153/3/2026

Mourning Dove

13/2/2026

American Avocet

273/2/2026

American Golden-Plover

13/2/2026

Semipalmated Plover

13/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Fort Travis Seashore Park for birding?
The best months to visit Fort Travis Seashore Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Fort Travis Seashore Park?
Notable species at Fort Travis Seashore Park include Mourning Dove, Clapper Rail, American Avocet, American Golden-Plover, Semipalmated Plover. The area supports coastal, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Fort Travis Seashore Park?
Birding at Fort Travis Seashore Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Fort Travis Seashore Park?
Fort Travis Seashore Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.