Lake birding habitat

Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Greater Roadrunner, American Coot, and Great Blue Heron 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

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

7/21/2026Castleman Creek Turf Farm1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

7/17/2026McLennan co.—Rosenfeld Rd.1 observed

Upland Sandpiper

Bartramia longicauda

7/13/2026Castleman Creek Turf Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

47/21/2026

Mourning Dove

27/21/2026

Greater Roadrunner

17/21/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/21/2026

Chimney Swift

37/21/2026

Yellow-crowned Night Heron

17/21/2026

Green Heron

17/21/2026

Great Egret

37/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/21/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/21/2026

Crested Caracara

17/21/2026

Eastern Phoebe

17/21/2026

Western Kingbird

37/21/2026

White-eyed Vireo

17/21/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/21/2026

Blue Jay

17/21/2026

American Crow

27/21/2026

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 Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk?
Notable species at Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk include Greater Roadrunner, American Coot, Great Blue Heron, Osprey, Northern Harrier. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk?
Birding at Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk?
Lake Waco - Reynolds Creek Pk offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.