Lake birding habitat

Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

4/15/2026Burnet--FM963 Pond1 observed

White-faced Ibis

Plegadis chihi

4/15/2026Burnet--FM963 Pond1 observed

Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

4/15/2026Burnet--FM963 Pond1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

4/15/2026Burnet--FM963 Pond1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

44/18/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

34/18/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

64/18/2026

Turkey Vulture

24/18/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

14/18/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/18/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/18/2026

Cedar Waxwing

14/18/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

34/18/2026

Summer Tanager

14/18/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/18/2026

Blue-winged Teal

34/17/2026

Mallard

34/17/2026

American Coot

74/17/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/17/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/17/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

24/17/2026

Barn Swallow

74/17/2026

House Sparrow

74/17/2026

House Finch

24/17/2026

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 Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk?
Notable species at Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk?
Birding at Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk?
Lake Buchanan - Cedar Point Pk offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.