Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/RiparianUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 272 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Gadwall, American Wigeon, and Mallard 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

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/6/2026Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/6/2026Roy G Guerrero Park—Cliff Overlook Area1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/6/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)7 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

3/6/2026Barkley Meadows Park1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

White-tipped Dove

Leptotila verreauxi

3/5/2026Brittlyns Court1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/4/2026Town Lake Park (HOTE 042), Austin1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

3/3/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Whooping Crane

Grus americana

3/3/2026Rim Rock Neighborhood Nature Trail (private access)16 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

23/6/2026

American Wigeon

103/6/2026

Mallard

33/6/2026

Northern Pintail

23/6/2026

Lesser Scaup

343/6/2026

White-winged Dove

33/6/2026

Mourning Dove

53/6/2026

American Coot

103/6/2026

Killdeer

23/6/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

13/6/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

23/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/6/2026

Snowy Egret

33/6/2026

Great Egret

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

33/6/2026

Black Vulture

83/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Osprey

13/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

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