Guadalupe River Road

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guadalupe River Road is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 287 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts White-tailed Kite, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, and White-eyed Vireo among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

White-tailed Kite Yellow-bellied Sapsucker White-eyed Vireo Carolina Chickadee Greater White-fronted Goose

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Sandpiper

Calidris mauri

5/29/2026Calhoun Co.--TX316 near FM27174 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/29/2026Calhoun Co.--TX316 near FM27172 observed

Boat-tailed Grackle

Quiscalus major

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

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

25/22/2026

Blue-winged Teal

155/22/2026

White-tipped Dove

15/22/2026

White-winged Dove

45/22/2026

Mourning Dove

175/22/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

25/22/2026

Common Gallinule

25/22/2026

Black-necked Stilt

115/22/2026

American Avocet

25/22/2026

Killdeer

35/22/2026

Wilson's Plover

25/22/2026

Hudsonian Godwit

15/22/2026

Wilson's Phalarope

85/22/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

15/22/2026

Willet

65/22/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

45/22/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

135/22/2026

Dunlin

65/22/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

35/22/2026

Least Sandpiper

25/22/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Guadalupe River Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Guadalupe River Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Guadalupe River Road?▼

Notable species at Guadalupe River Road include White-tailed Kite, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, White-eyed Vireo, Carolina Chickadee, Greater White-fronted Goose. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Guadalupe River Road?▼

Birding at Guadalupe River Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Guadalupe River Road?▼

Guadalupe River Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.