Lake birding habitat

Lake Creek Trail - West

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Creek Trail - West is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 284 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Turkey Vulture, and Red-bellied Woodpecker 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/31/202610300 Stubble Quail Cir, Austin US-TX 30.37940, -97.706812 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

5/31/2026Lake Travis--Bob Wentz Windy Point Pk1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/31/2026Brentwood Park, Austin1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/31/2026Lake Travis--Bob Wentz Windy Point Pk1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

5/30/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

5/30/2026Tamarac Trail retention pond, Leander1 observed

Mourning Warbler

Geothlypis philadelphia

5/30/20265805 Miramonte Dr, Austin US-TX (30.4165,-97.7558)1 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

5/30/2026Mason Creek Trail, Leander1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/28/20261712 Windsor Rd, Austin US-TX (30.2852,-97.7568)1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

5/28/2026Williamson Co.--Southwest Regional Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

25/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Chimney Swift

35/31/2026

Black Vulture

55/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

15/31/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/31/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

25/31/2026

Barn Swallow

15/31/2026

Cliff Swallow

55/31/2026

Carolina Wren

15/31/2026

Bewick's Wren

15/31/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

45/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

45/31/2026

Painted Bunting

15/31/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

85/29/2026

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 Creek Trail - West for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Creek Trail - West for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Creek Trail - West?
Notable species at Lake Creek Trail - West include White-winged Dove, Turkey Vulture, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Downy Woodpecker, Eastern Phoebe. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Creek Trail - West?
Birding at Lake Creek Trail - West is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Creek Trail - West?
Lake Creek Trail - West offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.