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Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird
Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 269 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Turkey Vulture, Great Kiskadee, and House Finch among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Turkey VultureGreat KiskadeeHouse FinchGreat-tailed GrackleYellow-rumped Warbler

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Roseate Spoonbill

Platalea ajaja

3/2/2026Laredo- Ranchito Road Ponds5 observed

Mallard x Mottled Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x fulvigula

3/1/2026Laredo- Ranchito Road Ponds1 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

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

Amenities

Parking
Trails

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Birding Guides

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek for birding?▼
The best months to visit Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek?▼
Notable species at Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek include Turkey Vulture, Great Kiskadee, House Finch, Great-tailed Grackle, Yellow-rumped Warbler. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek?▼
Birding at Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek?▼
Laredo- Las Palmas Trail & Zacate Creek offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.