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Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444

Texas · Southeast

EasyView on eBird
Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, and Sandhill Crane among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Eurasian Collared-DoveMourning DoveSandhill CraneKilldeerGreater Yellowlegs

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/1/2026401 Circle Drive, Wharton, Texas, US (29.041, -96.257)1 observed

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.

Amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Trails

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Birding Guides

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

10 min read

How to Identify Birds Like an Expert: The Four Keys to Field Identification

11 min read

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Birdwatching: Gear, Identification, and Etiquette

8 min read

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 for birding?▼
The best months to visit Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444?▼
Notable species at Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Mourning Dove, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, Greater Yellowlegs. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444?▼
Birding at Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444?▼
Hollywood Bottom Park / CR444 offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.