Lake birding habitat

Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mourning Dove, and American Coot 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

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

7/20/2026Teasley Lexington Park lake1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

7/19/2026North Lakes Inner Trail, Denton, Texas, US (33.244, -97.15)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

7/18/20266517 Royal Crest Drive, Dallas, Texas, US (32.9, -96.792)

Peregrine Falcon

Falco peregrinus

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/18/20264315 Stanhope St, University Park US-TX 32.84110, -96.809281 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

7/18/2026Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Acorn Woods1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

7/17/2026Josey Ranch1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

7/15/20267481–7499 Evelyn Ln, Northlake US-TX 33.12459, -97.264371 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/15/20261915 Hurd Dr, Irving US-TX 32.87226, -96.977301 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

97/13/2026

Greater Roadrunner

17/13/2026

Chimney Swift

37/13/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

27/13/2026

Snowy Egret

27/13/2026

Great Egret

27/13/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

27/13/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/13/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

47/13/2026

Western Kingbird

57/13/2026

Eastern Kingbird

17/13/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

107/13/2026

White-eyed Vireo

27/13/2026

Blue Jay

17/13/2026

American Crow

37/13/2026

Tufted Titmouse

27/13/2026

Purple Martin

107/13/2026

Barn Swallow

257/13/2026

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 Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area for birding?
The best months to visit Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area?
Notable species at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area include American Wigeon, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Turkey Vulture, Blue Jay. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area?
Birding at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area?
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.