San Angelo - Spring Creek Park

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

River/RiparianUrban Park

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Angelo - Spring Creek Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 227 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Cinnamon Teal among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Wood Duck Cinnamon Teal Northern Shoveler Gadwall

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

4/15/20266010 Stratford Ave, San Angelo US-TX 31.43623, -100.513741 observed

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

4/13/2026Knickerbocker Bridge1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/11/2026Civic League Park, San Angelo (HOTW 113)1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

4/9/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Mallard x Mexican Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x diazi

4/9/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Yellow-throated Vireo

Vireo flavifrons

4/6/2026Private Residence, County Road 202, Mertzon US-TX 31.29172, -100.795711 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

24/13/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

24/13/2026

White-winged Dove

754/13/2026

Mourning Dove

254/13/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

14/13/2026

American Coot

74/13/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

44/13/2026

Black Vulture

44/13/2026

Turkey Vulture

114/13/2026

Great Horned Owl

14/13/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

34/13/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

44/13/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/13/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

14/13/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

64/13/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

24/13/2026

Western Kingbird

14/13/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

24/13/2026

White-eyed Vireo

14/13/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

164/13/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Trails

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Fall Bird Migration Guide

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Bird Identification: The Four Keys

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Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit San Angelo - Spring Creek Park for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Angelo - Spring Creek Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at San Angelo - Spring Creek Park?▼

Notable species at San Angelo - Spring Creek Park include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall. The area supports river/riparian, urban park habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Angelo - Spring Creek Park?▼

Birding at San Angelo - Spring Creek Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

What amenities are available at San Angelo - Spring Creek Park?▼

San Angelo - Spring Creek Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.