Forest birding habitat

Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestLakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, European Starling, and Northern Mockingbird 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/20/2026Teasley Lexington Park lake1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/18/20266517 Royal Crest Drive, Dallas, Texas, US (32.9, -96.792)

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

7/18/2026Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Acorn Woods1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/17/2026Josey Ranch1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

7/15/20267481–7499 Evelyn Ln, Northlake US-TX 33.12459, -97.264371 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/15/20261915 Hurd Dr, Irving US-TX 32.87226, -96.977301 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

167/20/2026

Mallard

57/20/2026

Rock Pigeon

147/20/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/20/2026

Least Sandpiper

47/20/2026

Least Tern

37/20/2026

Forster's Tern

17/20/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

67/20/2026

Snowy Egret

27/20/2026

Great Egret

37/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Black Vulture

27/20/2026

Turkey Vulture

47/20/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/20/2026

Western Kingbird

27/20/2026

American Crow

27/20/2026

Barn Swallow

77/20/2026

Northern Mockingbird

17/20/2026

Eastern Bluebird

57/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. for birding?
The best months to visit Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Notable species at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. include Turkey Vulture, European Starling, Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, Yellow-rumped Warbler. The area supports forest, lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Birding at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.