A calm body of water with a rustic wooden fence.

Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

Entrance Fee

Free (access status may vary)

Hours

Check current access status before visiting

About This Location

Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 323 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Canada Goose, Wood Duck, and Blue-winged 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

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Least Flycatcher

Empidonax minimus

7/20/2026Colleyville Nature Ctr. (PPW-W 082)1 observed

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

7/19/2026Cement Creek Lake1 observed

American Golden-Plover

Pluvialis dominica

7/18/2026Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Acorn Woods1 observed

Purple Gallinule

Porphyrio martinica

7/16/2026Luna Vista back 91 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

7/15/20261915 Hurd Dr, Irving US-TX 32.87226, -96.977301 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Red-bellied Woodpecker

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

47/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

17/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

17/20/2026

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

47/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

27/20/2026

White Ibis

37/20/2026

Green Heron

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

17/20/2026

Cooper's Hawk

17/20/2026

Mississippi Kite

17/20/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

17/20/2026

Barred Owl

17/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

47/20/2026

Eastern Phoebe

27/20/2026

White-eyed Vireo

37/20/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/20/2026

American Crow

27/20/2026

Carolina Chickadee

97/20/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Arrive early in the morning for peak bird activity and to secure parking at popular viewing areas.

  5. 5

    Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 for birding?
The best months to visit Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025?
Notable species at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 include Canada Goose, Wood Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Red-winged Blackbird, Cedar Waxwing, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Great-tailed Grackle, Red-shouldered Hawk, Bewick's Wren. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025?
Birding at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025?
The entrance fee at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 is Free (access status may vary). Hours: Check current access status before visiting.
What amenities are available at Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025?
Village Creek Drying Beds - ACCESS CLOSED July 2025 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.