Forest birding habitat

Indian Point

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Indian Point is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, American Avocet, and Piping Plover 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

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

6/1/20261915 Pullin Road, Port Aransas, Texas, US (27.82, -97.076)1 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

6/1/2026Blucher Park (CTC 071)1 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

6/1/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Hudsonian Whimbrel

Numenius hudsonicus

5/30/2026Mustang Island SP (CTC 060)2 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)3 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

5/30/2026Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Ctr. (CTC 057)1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

5/30/2026Holt Paradise Pond, Port Aransas1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

5/28/2026Hazel Bazemore — Nueces River1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/28/2026La Casa Oso1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

5/28/20261915 Pullin Road, Port Aransas, Texas, US (27.82, -97.076)1 observed

Red Knot

Calidris canutus

5/27/2026Mustang Island SP- Bathhouse area16 observed

Indigo Bunting

Passerina cyanea

5/27/2026Hazel Bazemore-Calallen Park (CTC 078)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Oystercatcher

15/29/2026

Black-bellied Plover

15/29/2026

Sanderling

35/29/2026

Laughing Gull

105/29/2026

Least Tern

25/29/2026

Forster's Tern

35/29/2026

Royal Tern

125/29/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

35/29/2026

Great Egret

25/29/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/29/2026

Barn Swallow

25/29/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

75/29/2026

Rock Pigeon

25/22/2026

Black-necked Stilt

15/22/2026

Piping Plover

15/22/2026

Willet

35/22/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

25/22/2026

White Ibis

15/22/2026

Tricolored Heron

15/22/2026

Reddish Egret

15/22/2026

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 Indian Point for birding?
The best months to visit Indian Point for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Indian Point?
Notable species at Indian Point include Rock Pigeon, American Avocet, Piping Plover, Short-billed Dowitcher, Long-billed Dowitcher. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Indian Point?
Birding at Indian Point is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Indian Point?
Indian Point offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.