River/Riparian birding habitat

Guadalupe River State Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Guadalupe River State Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 239 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, White-winged Dove, and Black 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

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

6/1/2026Stewart's yard1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

5/31/2026114 W Cibolo Dr, Boerne US-TX 29.79331, -98.736951 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

5/30/2026Guadalupe River SP (HOTE 077)1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

5/30/2026Cibolo Nature Ctr. (HOTE 078)1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/30/2026Cibolo Nature Ctr. (HOTE 078)1 observed

Canada Warbler

Cardellina canadensis

5/26/2026Sir Arthur Way1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

5/25/2026River Road Park (Boerne)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

5/24/20261590 Acacia Pkwy, Spring Branch US-TX 29.85128, -98.42694

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

5/24/2026Boerne City Lake Park1 observed

Rock Wren

Salpinctes obsoletus

5/23/2026Classen-Steubing Ranch Park1 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

5/23/20261590 Acacia Pkwy, Spring Branch US-TX 29.85128, -98.42694

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

5/23/2026Boerne City Lake Park1 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

5/23/2026Boerne City Lake Park4 observed

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

5/22/2026Boerne City Lake Park1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

5/21/2026Boerne City Lake Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

16/1/2026

White-eyed Vireo

16/1/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

16/1/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

46/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

56/1/2026

Summer Tanager

16/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/1/2026

Painted Bunting

16/1/2026

Common Ground Dove

16/1/2026

Mourning Dove

16/1/2026

Greater Roadrunner

16/1/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

26/1/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

36/1/2026

Black Vulture

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

46/1/2026

Crested Caracara

26/1/2026

Eastern Phoebe

16/1/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

16/1/2026

Common Raven

16/1/2026

Bewick's Wren

16/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Guadalupe River State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Guadalupe River State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Guadalupe River State Park?
Notable species at Guadalupe River State Park include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, White-winged Dove, Black Vulture, Belted Kingfisher, Crested Caracara. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Guadalupe River State Park?
Birding at Guadalupe River State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Guadalupe River State Park?
Guadalupe River State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.