Lake birding habitat

North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 244 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Northern Harrier, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, and Northern Flicker 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

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

5/30/2026The Champions Course, Wichita Falls US-TX (33.8600,-98.5105)2 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

5/24/2026Wichita-Jennings Road, Electra, Texas, US (33.977, -98.908)1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/22/2026Cotton-Kiowa Casino, Oklahoma 36, Devol, Oklahoma, US (34.142, -98.524)2 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

5/20/20261202 Sunnyside Lane, Wichita Falls, Texas, US (33.889, -98.468)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Bobwhite

15/24/2026

Mourning Dove

25/24/2026

Black-necked Stilt

75/24/2026

Killdeer

95/24/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

25/24/2026

White-rumped Sandpiper

75/24/2026

Franklin's Gull

215/24/2026

Least Tern

25/24/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

15/24/2026

Snowy Egret

35/24/2026

Great Egret

35/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/24/2026

Swainson's Hawk

25/24/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

35/24/2026

Barn Swallow

25/24/2026

Cliff Swallow

15/24/2026

House Sparrow

55/24/2026

Grasshopper Sparrow

15/24/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

25/24/2026

Bullock's Oriole

15/24/2026

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 North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir for birding?
The best months to visit North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir?
Notable species at North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir include Northern Harrier, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Northern Flicker, American Kestrel, American Crow. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir?
Birding at North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir?
North Fork Buffalo Creek Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.