Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Coastal
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 223 species recorded on eBird. This coastal habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Greater Yellowlegs, and Laughing Gull 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

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

2/26/2026San Luis Pass (Galveston Co.)(UTC 071)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/24/2026500–598 Coleman St, Clute US-TX (29.0278,-95.4019)2 observed

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

2/22/2026Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 (UTC105)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

1203/4/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

33/4/2026

Laughing Gull

83/4/2026

Forster's Tern

103/4/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

223/4/2026

White Ibis

63/4/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

63/4/2026

Little Blue Heron

33/4/2026

Tricolored Heron

13/4/2026

Snowy Egret

33/4/2026

Great Egret

23/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

63/4/2026

Brown Pelican

33/4/2026

Osprey

13/4/2026

White-tailed Kite

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

American Kestrel

43/4/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/4/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

13/4/2026

Barn Swallow

13/4/2026

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 Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 for birding?
The best months to visit Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Notable species at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 include Rock Pigeon, Greater Yellowlegs, Laughing Gull, Forster's Tern, Neotropic Cormorant. The area supports coastal habitats.
How difficult is birding at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Birding at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257?
Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.