Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 265 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, and Northern Shoveler 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

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/4/2026Clapp Park1 observed

Cassin's Sparrow

Peucaea cassinii

3/4/2026Lubbock Lake Landmark2 observed

Grasshopper Sparrow

Ammodramus savannarum

3/4/2026Lubbock Lake Landmark1 observed

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Melanerpes carolinus

3/4/2026Dupree Park, Lubbock1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

3/2/2026Maxey Park (PHP 030)2 observed

Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

3/1/2026Mackenzie Park, Lubbock (PHP 024)1 observed

Marsh Wren (palustris Group)

Cistothorus palustris

3/1/2026Wheeler Ranch (restricted access)1 observed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

2/27/2026Melonie Park Neighborhood1 observed

Yellow-headed Blackbird

Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus

2/25/2026Lorenzo FM1471 Rookery1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cackling Goose

12/25/2026

Canada Goose

32/25/2026

Northern Shoveler

22/25/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

42/25/2026

White-winged Dove

22/25/2026

Mourning Dove

82/25/2026

American Coot

1252/25/2026

Sandhill Crane

82/25/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/25/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

12/25/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

52/25/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/25/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/25/2026

Golden-fronted Woodpecker

22/25/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

22/25/2026

Northern Flicker

12/25/2026

American Kestrel

12/25/2026

Blue Jay

42/25/2026

American Crow

12/25/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

22/25/2026

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 Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail?
Notable species at Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail include Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail?
Birding at Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail?
Buffalo Springs Lake area - LEAS Nature Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.