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

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

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

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 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

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

47/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/20/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

17/20/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

17/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/20/2026

White Ibis

37/20/2026

Green Heron

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/20/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/20/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/20/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/20/2026

Barred Owl

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

47/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/20/2026

White-eyed Vireo

37/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/20/2026

American Crow

27/20/2026

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.