Laguna Gloria, Austin

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Laguna Gloria, Austin is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mute Swan, Wood Duck, and American Wigeon 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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)3 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park5 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park1 observed

White-tipped Dove

Leptotila verreauxi

3/5/2026Brittlyns Court1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/5/202615915 Fisher Hollow Trail (HOME) TX 30.47996, -97.884111 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/4/2026Town Lake Park (HOTE 042), Austin1 observed

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

3/3/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Whooping Crane

Grus americana

3/3/2026Rim Rock Neighborhood Nature Trail (private access)16 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mute Swan

32/20/2026

Wood Duck

52/20/2026

American Wigeon

22/20/2026

Indian Peafowl

42/20/2026

White-winged Dove

12/20/2026

Mourning Dove

22/20/2026

Ring-billed Gull

22/20/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

52/20/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

32/20/2026

Snowy Egret

12/20/2026

Great Egret

22/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/20/2026

Black Vulture

102/20/2026

Osprey

12/20/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

22/20/2026

Zone-tailed Hawk

12/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

12/20/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

12/20/2026

Downy Woodpecker

22/20/2026

Northern Flicker

12/20/2026

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 Laguna Gloria, Austin for birding?
The best months to visit Laguna Gloria, Austin for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Laguna Gloria, Austin?
Notable species at Laguna Gloria, Austin include Mute Swan, Wood Duck, American Wigeon, Indian Peafowl, White-winged Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Laguna Gloria, Austin?
Birding at Laguna Gloria, Austin is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Laguna Gloria, Austin?
Laguna Gloria, Austin offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.