Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

Urban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 204 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Great Egret, and Red-shouldered Hawk among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

White-winged Dove Great Egret Red-shouldered Hawk Downy Woodpecker Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Wood-Pewee

Contopus virens

7/20/202611818 Hardee Walk, San Antonio, Texas, US (29.455, -98.726)1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/18/202678260, San Antonio US-TX 29.67588, -98.477141 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

7/17/2026San Antonio Botanical Garden, San Antonio US-TX 29.45950, -98.457991 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

7/17/2026Calaveras Lake (HOTE 100)1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

7/16/2026Braunig Lake (HOTE 101)1 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

7/15/2026Woodlawn Lake (HOTE 093)1 observed

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

7/15/2026Braunig Lake (HOTE 101)1 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

7/14/2026Brackenridge Park (Avenue A & River Rd.)1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

7/13/2026JBSA_BUL Tri-Tank1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

7/12/2026El Dorado Elementary, San Antonio US-TX 29.55134, -98.395242 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/12/2026Mitchell Lake Audubon Center (HOTE 103)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Northern Cardinal

27/13/2026

Birding Tips

1
Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.
2
Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Birding Guides

Fall Bird Migration Guide

10 min read

Bird Identification: The Four Keys

11 min read

Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails for birding?▼

The best months to visit Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails?▼

Notable species at Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails include White-winged Dove, Great Egret, Red-shouldered Hawk, Downy Woodpecker, Ladder-backed Woodpecker. The area supports urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails?▼

Birding at Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails?▼

Olmos Basin Park - Judson Nature Trails offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.