Lake birding habitat

Stillhouse Hollow Lake

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Stillhouse Hollow Lake is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

7/15/2026Shallow Ford Road Area21 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

7/15/2026Shallow Ford Road Area1 observed

Egyptian Goose

Alopochen aegyptiaca

7/13/2026Sherrill Park (Mill Creek), Salado2 observed

Redhead

Aythya americana

7/10/2026Bell Co.--Witter Lane3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

17/19/2026

Mourning Dove

27/19/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

47/19/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/19/2026

Black Vulture

17/19/2026

Turkey Vulture

17/19/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/19/2026

Barred Owl

17/19/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

27/19/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

27/19/2026

White-eyed Vireo

107/19/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

37/19/2026

Carolina Chickadee

67/19/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

57/19/2026

Barn Swallow

37/19/2026

Canyon Wren

37/19/2026

Carolina Wren

107/19/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

37/19/2026

Summer Tanager

27/19/2026

Northern Cardinal

87/19/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Stillhouse Hollow Lake for birding?
The best months to visit Stillhouse Hollow Lake for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Stillhouse Hollow Lake?
Notable species at Stillhouse Hollow Lake include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake?
Birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Stillhouse Hollow Lake?
Stillhouse Hollow Lake offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.