Lake birding habitat

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeGrasslandWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 215 species recorded on eBird. This lake and grassland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Mourning Dove 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

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/29/2026Hagerman NWR1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/21/2026Hagerman NWR1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Least Tern

25/24/2026

White Ibis

45/24/2026

Mississippi Kite

15/24/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/24/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/24/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/24/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

15/24/2026

Carolina Chickadee

15/24/2026

Tufted Titmouse

25/24/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

25/24/2026

Carolina Wren

25/24/2026

Brown Thrasher

15/24/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/24/2026

American Robin

15/24/2026

Eastern Towhee

15/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/24/2026

Prothonotary Warbler

15/24/2026

Summer Tanager

15/24/2026

Northern Cardinal

25/24/2026

Indigo Bunting

25/24/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail?
Notable species at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Ring-billed Gull. The area supports lake, grassland, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail?
Birding at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail?
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge - Meadow Pond Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.