Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 237 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Mallard 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

Least Bittern

Botaurus exilis

3/1/2026Carlos Lake1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

3/1/20269205 Whitney Ct.1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

2/28/2026Lick Creek Park (PPW-W 008)1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/22/2026Texas A&M Univ.--Ecology & Natural Resource area1 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

2/22/2026Brazos Co.--Sandy Point rd.2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

83/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

153/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Mourning Dove

113/4/2026

American Coot

23/4/2026

Killdeer

203/4/2026

Wilson's Snipe

403/4/2026

Least Sandpiper

303/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

23/4/2026

Great Egret

33/4/2026

Black Vulture

33/4/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/4/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/4/2026

Downy Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

13/4/2026

Blue Jay

23/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

13/4/2026

Barn Swallow

73/4/2026

Carolina Wren

13/4/2026

European Starling

403/4/2026

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 Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan for birding?
The best months to visit Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Notable species at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan include Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Mallard, Mourning Dove, American Coot. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Birding at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan?
Country Club Lake/Williamson Pk, Bryan offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.