Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
LakeCanyonWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake and canyon habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

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 Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area for birding?
The best months to visit Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area?
Notable species at Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake, canyon, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area?
Birding at Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area?
Choke Canyon Lake - J. Daugherty Wildlife Management Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.