Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current)

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 281 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland 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

Red-eyed Vireo Scarlet Tanager Pileated Woodpecker Wood Thrush Ovenbird

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

3/6/2026Stageline Drive, Kyle, Texas,1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/6/2026Roy G Guerrero Park—Cliff Overlook Area1 observed

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/6/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)7 observed

Willet

Tringa semipalmata

3/6/2026Barkley Meadows Park1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

White-tipped Dove

Leptotila verreauxi

3/5/2026Brittlyns Court1 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/4/2026Town Lake Park (HOTE 042), Austin1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

3/3/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Whooping Crane

Grus americana

3/3/2026Rim Rock Neighborhood Nature Trail (private access)16 observed

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Texas Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Texas →

Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current)?▼

Notable species at Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current)?▼

Birding at Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current)?▼

Williamson Crk WTP (former)/Roy Kizer golf course (current) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.