Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestLakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 228 species recorded on eBird. This forest and lake habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, European Starling, and Northern Mockingbird 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

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/5/2026Hillview Drive1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Grapevine Lake—Katie's Woods Park1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/5/2026Lewisville Lake--East Hill Park1 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

3/5/2026Sam Houston Trail Park (Dallas Co.)1 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

3/5/2026River Legacy Park--Trail east of Collins St.1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

3/4/20263932 Saturn St, Flower Mound US-TX 33.03921, -97.065441 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (Oregon)

Junco hyemalis

3/4/2026Kowalske’s Garden1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/2026Lakeview Ranch1 observed

Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

3/3/2026Argyle, Crawford Rd and 35W6 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Turkey Vulture

12/28/2026

European Starling

72/28/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/28/2026

Eastern Bluebird

12/28/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

12/28/2026

Franklin's Gull

12/26/2026

Ring-billed Gull

682/26/2026

Bald Eagle

12/22/2026

Canada Goose

502/20/2026

Gadwall

12/20/2026

Mallard

22/20/2026

American Coot

302/20/2026

American Herring Gull

22/20/2026

Forster's Tern

302/20/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

402/20/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

12/20/2026

American Kestrel

12/20/2026

American Robin

22/20/2026

American Pipit

22/20/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/20/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. for birding?
The best months to visit Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Notable species at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. include Turkey Vulture, European Starling, Northern Mockingbird, Eastern Bluebird, Yellow-rumped Warbler. The area supports forest, lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Birding at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr.?
Grapevine Lake—Oak Grove Park—Sand Bass Dr. offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.