Barkley Meadows Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Barkley Meadows Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, and American Wigeon 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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)3 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park5 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

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

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

3/2/2026Rob Roy Rd1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/2/2026Austin Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

63/2/2026

Gadwall

93/2/2026

American Wigeon

83/2/2026

Killdeer

23/2/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

53/2/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

43/2/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/2/2026

House Finch

23/2/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/2/2026

Cinnamon Teal

13/2/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/2/2026

Mourning Dove

23/2/2026

American Coot

43/2/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

23/2/2026

Least Sandpiper

123/2/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/2/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/2/2026

Great Egret

13/2/2026

Black Vulture

13/2/2026

American Crow

33/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Barkley Meadows Park for birding?
The best months to visit Barkley Meadows Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Barkley Meadows Park?
Notable species at Barkley Meadows Park include Blue-winged Teal, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Killdeer, Long-billed Dowitcher. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Barkley Meadows Park?
Birding at Barkley Meadows Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Barkley Meadows Park?
Barkley Meadows Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.