Randall's Pool

New Mexico · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Randall's Pool is a productive birding destination in New Mexico, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

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 Cardinal

Cardinalis cardinalis

3/4/2026Keystone Heritage Park (FWTX 6)1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/3/2026My Yard1 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

3/3/2026Kiseda's KJ House1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Red-backed)

Junco hyemalis

3/1/2026Casitas Coronado1 observed

Brown Creeper

Certhia americana

2/28/2026Chamizal National Memorial1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

2/27/2026Tennis West1 observed

Pacific Wren

Troglodytes pacificus

2/26/2026Location: Rio Grande at Meadowlark Dr (Doña Ana Co)1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

2/25/2026Chaparral (town)10 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Randall's Pool for birding?
The best months to visit Randall's Pool for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Randall's Pool?
Notable species at Randall's Pool include Cactus Wren, Greater Roadrunner, Gambel's Quail, Curve-billed Thrasher, Phainopepla. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Randall's Pool?
Birding at Randall's Pool is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Randall's Pool?
Randall's Pool offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.