Boerne City Lake Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Boerne City Lake Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 278 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts American Coot, Black Vulture, and Turkey 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/6/2026Guadalupe River SP—Bird blind1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

3/5/2026319 Zoeller Ln, Boerne US-TX1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/1/2026Kendall Ridge1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

2/28/2026Park Place1 observed

Bronzed Cowbird

Molothrus aeneus

2/28/2026Comfort WTP (restricted access)1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

2/25/2026Pecan Alley2 observed

Golden-cheeked Warbler

Setophaga chrysoparia

2/23/2026Friedrich Wilderness Pk (HOTE 086)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Coot

43/4/2026

Black Vulture

13/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

33/4/2026

Common Raven

23/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

Bewick's Wren

13/4/2026

House Sparrow

113/4/2026

House Finch

13/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

43/3/2026

American Wigeon

23/3/2026

Northern Pintail

43/3/2026

Green-winged Teal

153/3/2026

Mourning Dove

23/3/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

Osprey

13/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Boerne City Lake Park for birding?
The best months to visit Boerne City Lake Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Boerne City Lake Park?
Notable species at Boerne City Lake Park include American Coot, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture, Red-shouldered Hawk, Eastern Phoebe. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Boerne City Lake Park?
Birding at Boerne City Lake Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Boerne City Lake Park?
Boerne City Lake Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.