Lake birding habitat

Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeMountainUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This lake and mountain habitat attracts Pied-billed Grebe, Turkey Vulture, and Red-shouldered Hawk 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- Chalk Ridge Falls Park for birding?
The best months to visit Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park?
Notable species at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park include Pied-billed Grebe, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Ladder-backed Woodpecker. The area supports lake, mountain, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park?
Birding at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park?
Stillhouse Hollow Lake- Chalk Ridge Falls Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.