Coastal birding habitat

Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 310 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Sandhill Crane, Black Vulture, and Turkey Vulture 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

Sooty Tern

Onychoprion fuscatus

5/31/2026Rockport Beach Park1 observed

Tropical Kingbird

Tyrannus melancholicus

5/29/2026Rockport Demo Bird Garden & Wetlands Pond (CTC 050)2 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/28/2026Copano causeway1 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

5/22/2026Highway 35 N, Rockport US-TX 28.27341, -96.959672 observed

Cactus Wren

Campylorhynchus brunneicapillus

5/21/2026Goose Island SP (CTC 048)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

55/22/2026

Laughing Gull

65/22/2026

Gull-billed Tern

25/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

115/22/2026

Barn Swallow

35/22/2026

Carolina Wren

25/22/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

155/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

55/22/2026

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 Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area for birding?
The best months to visit Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area?
Notable species at Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area include Sandhill Crane, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Great Kiskadee, White-eyed Vireo. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area?
Birding at Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area?
Goose Island State Park - Big Tree/Lamar Beach rd area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.