Galveston - Settegast Road

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Galveston - Settegast Road is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 292 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mottled Duck, Laughing Gull, and Neotropic Cormorant among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mottled Duck Laughing Gull Neotropic Cormorant White Ibis Snowy Egret

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

3/6/2026Texas City Dike (UTC 074)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mottled Duck

23/3/2026

Laughing Gull

23/3/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

23/3/2026

White Ibis

203/3/2026

Snowy Egret

13/3/2026

Osprey

13/3/2026

Northern Harrier

13/3/2026

American Kestrel

13/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/3/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

23/3/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

13/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/3/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

13/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

12/21/2026

Roseate Spoonbill

12/21/2026

Little Blue Heron

12/21/2026

Great Egret

12/21/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/21/2026

Brown Pelican

42/21/2026

White-tailed Kite

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Texas Birding Guide

Complete guide to birding in Texas →

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The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Galveston - Settegast Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Galveston - Settegast Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Galveston - Settegast Road?▼

Notable species at Galveston - Settegast Road include Mottled Duck, Laughing Gull, Neotropic Cormorant, White Ibis, Snowy Egret. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Galveston - Settegast Road?▼

Birding at Galveston - Settegast Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Galveston - Settegast Road?▼

Galveston - Settegast Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.