River/Riparian birding habitat

River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Bullock's Oriole

Icterus bullockii

5/28/2026Benbrook Lake—Baja Beach (Gate Key Required)1 observed

Alder Flycatcher

Empidonax alnorum

5/28/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

5/28/2026Eivis’ Backyard1 observed

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

5/25/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpres

5/23/2026Grapevine Lake--Meadowmere Pk (Tarrant Co. portion)2 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

5/23/2026Grapevine Lake--Meadowmere Pk (Tarrant Co. portion)4 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

5/23/2026Elise Walker Outdoor Learning Center1 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/22/2026Campion Trails--SE/Twin Wells Park area2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

95/26/2026

Rock Pigeon

55/26/2026

Mourning Dove

35/26/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/26/2026

Chimney Swift

25/26/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/26/2026

Black-necked Stilt

15/26/2026

Killdeer

25/26/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

15/26/2026

Little Blue Heron

15/26/2026

Snowy Egret

115/26/2026

Green Heron

55/26/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

45/26/2026

Great Egret

35/26/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/26/2026

Black Vulture

65/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

75/26/2026

Cooper's Hawk

35/26/2026

Mississippi Kite

65/26/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

35/26/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth for birding?
The best months to visit River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth?
Notable species at River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth?
Birding at River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth?
River Trails Park - trails W. of park, Fort Worth offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.