Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 302 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts American Herring Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, and Brown Pelican 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

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

3/3/2026Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)1 observed

Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

2/28/2026Anahuac Entrance Road1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

2/26/2026St Matthew’s Church1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Herring Gull

43/2/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

13/2/2026

Brown Pelican

83/2/2026

Northern Mockingbird

13/2/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/2/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

43/2/2026

Blue-winged Teal

62/27/2026

Northern Shoveler

82/27/2026

Gadwall

5002/27/2026

American Wigeon

242/27/2026

Green-winged Teal

362/27/2026

Bufflehead

42/27/2026

Common Goldeneye

22/27/2026

Rock Pigeon

12/27/2026

Mourning Dove

22/27/2026

American Oystercatcher

22/27/2026

Black-bellied Plover

472/27/2026

Marbled Godwit

132/27/2026

Willet

72/27/2026

Dunlin

502/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Check rocky shorelines and jetties at low tide for shorebirds.

  2. 2

    Scan offshore waters with a spotting scope for seabirds and waterfowl.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island for birding?
The best months to visit Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Notable species at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island include American Herring Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Brown Pelican, Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Meadowlark. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Birding at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island?
Bolivar b/w Rollover Pass & High Island offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.