Lubbock Lake Landmark

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lubbock Lake Landmark is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, and Northern Bobwhite 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

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/4/2026Clapp Park1 observed

Cassin's Sparrow

Peucaea cassinii

3/4/2026Lubbock Lake Landmark2 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

3/4/2026Lubbock Lake Landmark1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/4/2026Dupree Park, Lubbock1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

3/2/2026Maxey Park (PHP 030)2 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/1/2026Mackenzie Park, Lubbock (PHP 024)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/27/2026Melonie Park Neighborhood1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

2/24/2026Yellow House Draw downstream of Canyon Lake 63 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Gray-headed)

Junco hyemalis

2/24/20262620 21st St, Lubbock US-TX 33.57590, -101.874101 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

23/4/2026

Canvasback

13/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

13/4/2026

Rock Pigeon

53/4/2026

American Coot

23/4/2026

Burrowing Owl

23/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

American Kestrel

33/4/2026

House Finch

13/4/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

303/4/2026

Vesper Sparrow

23/4/2026

Savannah Sparrow

33/4/2026

Western Meadowlark

283/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/3/2026

Ring-necked Duck

53/3/2026

Northern Bobwhite

343/3/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

13/3/2026

Mourning Dove

73/3/2026

Killdeer

13/3/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

13/3/2026

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 Lubbock Lake Landmark for birding?
The best months to visit Lubbock Lake Landmark for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lubbock Lake Landmark?
Notable species at Lubbock Lake Landmark include Green-winged Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Northern Bobwhite, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lubbock Lake Landmark?
Birding at Lubbock Lake Landmark is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lubbock Lake Landmark?
Lubbock Lake Landmark offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.