Lake birding habitat

Lake Georgetown - Russell Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Georgetown - Russell Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park 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

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

6/2/2026Tamarac 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

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

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

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/28/2026Mills Pond at Wells Branch4 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/27/2026Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)4 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/27/2026Nursing And Rehab Spanish Oaks1 observed

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

5/26/2026Lake Travis--Cypress Creek Park1 observed

Zone-tailed Hawk

Buteo albonotatus

5/26/20261@78613CedarParkHome1 observed

Willow Flycatcher

Empidonax traillii

5/26/2026Quarries Park, Austin1 observed

Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Pheucticus ludovicianus

5/25/2026Wisterwood St1 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

5/24/2026Twin Lakes Park (Williamson Co.)1 observed

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

Corthylio calendula

5/24/2026Twin Lakes Park (Williamson Co.)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

5/24/2026Twin Lakes Park (Williamson Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Painted Bunting

16/2/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

16/2/2026

Eastern Bluebird

26/2/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

16/2/2026

Black Vulture

16/2/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

16/2/2026

Western Kingbird

26/2/2026

White-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

16/2/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

16/2/2026

Cave Swallow

16/2/2026

Canyon Wren

16/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

46/2/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

26/2/2026

Muscovy Duck

26/2/2026

White-winged Dove

16/2/2026

Snowy Egret

26/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

26/2/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

76/2/2026

House Sparrow

16/1/2026

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 Georgetown - Russell Park for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Georgetown - Russell Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Georgetown - Russell Park?
Notable species at Lake Georgetown - Russell Park include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Georgetown - Russell Park?
Birding at Lake Georgetown - Russell Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Lake Georgetown - Russell Park?
Lake Georgetown - Russell Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.