George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 221 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Wood Duck, Anhinga, and White Ibis 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-headed Grosbeak

Pheucticus melanocephalus

3/5/20261203 Provident Oaks Ln, Houston US-TX 29.75953, -95.612081 observed

Yellow-rumped Warbler (Audubon's)

Setophaga coronata

3/5/202624703 Millers Lane, Katy, Texas, US (29.866, -95.802)1 observed

Tropical Parula

Setophaga pitiayumi

3/5/2026Kluge/Longwood Retention Basin1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

3/4/2026Addicks Reservoir--S. Levee area1 observed

Chimney Swift

Chaetura pelagica

3/4/2026Kluge/Longwood Retention Basin1 observed

Louisiana Waterthrush

Parkesia motacilla

3/4/2026Houston Arboretum and Nature Center1 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

3/4/2026" Oceania Ct1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Snowy Egret

53/5/2026

Great Egret

123/5/2026

American White Pelican

13/5/2026

Black Vulture

33/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

23/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

13/5/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

33/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

13/5/2026

American Kestrel

13/5/2026

Eastern Phoebe

13/5/2026

Blue Jay

23/5/2026

American Crow

103/5/2026

Carolina Chickadee

83/5/2026

Tufted Titmouse

33/5/2026

Cave Swallow

33/5/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

43/5/2026

Carolina Wren

83/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress for birding?
The best months to visit George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress?
Notable species at George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress include Wood Duck, Anhinga, White Ibis, Snowy Egret, Great Egret. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress?
Birding at George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress?
George Bush Park - Central / Hike&Bike Trail/S. Barker Cypress offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.