Lake birding habitat

Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow Goose, Ross's Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

7/19/202611740–11756 FM-916, Grandview US-TX (32.2898,-97.1204)1 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

7/12/20269065 County Road 1117, Cleburne US-TX 32.18404, -97.551111 observed

Black-capped Vireo

Vireo atricapilla

7/11/2026Acton Nature Center1 observed

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

7/8/2026Lake Granbury Dam and Spillway (Brazos River)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snowy Egret

17/16/2026

Green Heron

17/16/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/16/2026

Great Horned Owl

17/16/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/16/2026

White-eyed Vireo

27/16/2026

Blue Jay

17/16/2026

American Crow

37/16/2026

Carolina Chickadee

27/16/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

37/16/2026

Carolina Wren

27/16/2026

Summer Tanager

27/16/2026

Northern Cardinal

47/16/2026

Painted Bunting

27/16/2026

Swan Goose

27/14/2026

Mallard

47/14/2026

Rock Pigeon

357/14/2026

White-winged Dove

17/14/2026

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 Pat Cleburne - East Side for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side?
Notable species at Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side include Snow Goose, Ross's Goose, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side?
Birding at Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side?
Lake Pat Cleburne - East Side offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.