Lake birding habitat

Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Mute Swan, American Coot, and Spotted Sandpiper 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

Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

7/19/2026Lake Palestine--Dam (Cherokee Co. portion) & Spillway area5 observed

Cave Swallow

Petrochelidon fulva

7/7/2026Indian Creek Cove6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

107/15/2026

Mallard

247/15/2026

Killdeer

37/15/2026

Black Vulture

27/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/15/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/15/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/15/2026

Fish Crow

27/15/2026

Carolina Chickadee

17/15/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/15/2026

Barn Swallow

77/15/2026

Carolina Wren

17/15/2026

Northern Mockingbird

27/15/2026

Eastern Bluebird

17/15/2026

American Robin

17/15/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/15/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

47/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

57/15/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

17/14/2026

Great Egret

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 Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam)?
Notable species at Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) include Mute Swan, American Coot, Spotted Sandpiper, Least Sandpiper, Forster's Tern. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam)?
Birding at Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam)?
Lake Tyler - Conc. Area 1 (Lake Tyler Dam) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.