Lake birding habitat

Lake McClellan

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake McClellan is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Ring-billed Gull

Larus delawarensis

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0782 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/26/2026Greenbelt Reservoir (Donley Co.) PHP0781 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

25/31/2026

Wild Turkey

65/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

25/31/2026

White-winged Dove

65/31/2026

Mourning Dove

45/31/2026

Greater Roadrunner

15/31/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

35/31/2026

Common Nighthawk

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

75/31/2026

Mississippi Kite

25/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Western Kingbird

35/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Blue Jay

25/31/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

15/31/2026

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 McClellan for birding?
The best months to visit Lake McClellan for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake McClellan?
Notable species at Lake McClellan include Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard, Northern Pintail. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake McClellan?
Birding at Lake McClellan is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake McClellan?
Lake McClellan offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.