Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeRiver/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 212 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Inca Dove, Killdeer, and Great Egret 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

Swallow-tailed Kite

Elanoides forficatus

3/6/2026US-59 S, Edna US-TX 28.98205, -96.661052 observed

Common Pauraque

Nyctidromus albicollis

3/3/2026LAS Resort Yoke Goats1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

2/21/2026Bennett Park (CTC 024)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Inca Dove

42/27/2026

Killdeer

32/27/2026

Great Egret

12/27/2026

Black Vulture

52/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

62/27/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

22/27/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/27/2026

White-eyed Vireo

22/27/2026

Blue Jay

12/27/2026

American Crow

22/27/2026

Carolina Chickadee

62/27/2026

Tufted Titmouse

12/27/2026

Northern House Wren

12/27/2026

Carolina Wren

32/27/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

22/27/2026

Common Yellowthroat

12/27/2026

Northern Cardinal

22/27/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp?
Notable species at Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp include Inca Dove, Killdeer, Great Egret, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp?
Birding at Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp?
Lake Texana - Navidad River Boat Ramp offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.