Forest birding habitat

Tyler State Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Tyler State Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 245 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black Vulture, 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

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

5/30/2026Old Sabine Bottom WMA (Smith Co.)1 observed

American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

5/28/2026211 W Bonnie St, Lindale US-TX 32.50953, -95.410383 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

5/28/2026211 W Bonnie St, Lindale US-TX 32.50953, -95.410384 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

5/25/2026Tyler Nature Center1 observed

Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

5/22/2026Field Of Dreams Rv1 observed

Sedge Wren

Cistothorus stellaris

5/21/2026SMITH COUNTY1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

5/19/2026SMITH COUNTY1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

15/30/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/30/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/30/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/30/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

25/30/2026

Blue Jay

25/30/2026

Tufted Titmouse

35/30/2026

Pine Warbler

35/30/2026

Summer Tanager

15/30/2026

Northern Cardinal

35/30/2026

Indigo Bunting

25/30/2026

White-eyed Vireo

25/29/2026

Carolina Chickadee

35/29/2026

Purple Martin

205/29/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

15/29/2026

Carolina Wren

25/29/2026

Brown Thrasher

55/29/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

25/29/2026

Common Grackle

45/29/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Tyler State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Tyler State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Tyler State Park?
Notable species at Tyler State Park include Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Red-bellied Woodpecker. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Tyler State Park?
Birding at Tyler State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Tyler State Park?
Tyler State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.