River/Riparian birding habitat

Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Black Vulture 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

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

5/27/2026Yorktown--Coleto Creek Hiking Trail2 observed

Dunlin

Calidris alpina

5/27/2026Cuero Municipal Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

65/27/2026

White-winged Dove

25/27/2026

Mourning Dove

25/27/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

15/27/2026

Common Nighthawk

75/27/2026

Chimney Swift

15/27/2026

Black Vulture

25/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/27/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/27/2026

Mississippi Kite

105/27/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

35/27/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

25/27/2026

Great Kiskadee

25/27/2026

Western Kingbird

45/27/2026

Scissor-tailed Flycatcher

15/27/2026

Barn Swallow

85/27/2026

Cliff Swallow

25/27/2026

European Starling

45/27/2026

Northern Mockingbird

15/27/2026

House Sparrow

65/27/2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail?
Notable species at Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Black Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Short-eared Owl. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail?
Birding at Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail?
Yorktown - Coleto Creek Hiking Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.