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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

6/1/2026Lake Waco--Woodway Park2 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

5/31/2026Lake Waco Wetlands (PPW-W 028)1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

5/31/2026Lake Waco Wetlands (PPW-W 028)3 observed

Northern Waterthrush

Parkesia noveboracensis

5/31/2026Baylor University - Brooks Flats/Brooks College/Minglewood Bowl1 observed

Horned Lark

Eremophila alpestris

5/29/2026Castleman Creek Turf Farm1 observed

Buff-breasted Sandpiper

Calidris subruficollis

5/22/2026Castleman Creek Turf Farm7 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/22/2026Trading House Creek Reservoir1 observed

Savannah Sparrow

Passerculus sandwichensis

5/22/2026Castleman Creek Turf Farm1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black Tern

95/23/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

25/23/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/23/2026

Black Vulture

35/23/2026

Bald Eagle

15/23/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/23/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

35/23/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/23/2026

American Crow

15/23/2026

Carolina Chickadee

25/23/2026

Cliff Swallow

55/23/2026

Carolina Wren

15/23/2026

European Starling

15/23/2026

Northern Cardinal

35/23/2026

Painted Bunting

15/23/2026

Dickcissel

55/23/2026

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.