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

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

4/16/2026Beavers Rd16 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (Krider's)

Buteo jamaicensis

4/14/2026Steiner/Renner Roads and Ponds1 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

4/14/2026Carleen Bright Arboretum1 observed

Blue-winged Warbler

Vermivora cyanoptera

4/13/2026Carleen Bright Arboretum1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

4/10/2026Kingdom Place1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

4/8/2026Silos1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

4/5/2026Bays Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

24/10/2026

Greater Roadrunner

14/10/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

14/10/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

14/10/2026

Least Sandpiper

44/10/2026

Forster's Tern

234/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

84/10/2026

Snowy Egret

54/10/2026

Great Egret

14/10/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/10/2026

Osprey

24/10/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/10/2026

Tree Swallow

24/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

24/10/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/10/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

14/4/2026

Barn Swallow

154/4/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

24/4/2026

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.