Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail

Texas · Southeast

ChallengingView on eBird
Habitat
Canyon
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Montezuma Quail, White-winged Dove, and Mourning Dove 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-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/5/2026Fort Davis Estates Wildlife Sanctuary1 observed

Chihuahuan Raven

Corvus cryptoleucus

2/27/2026103 Deer Ridge Dr, Fort Davis US-TX 30.61730, -103.978871 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

2/27/2026Davis Mountains Resort (Restricted Access)1 observed

Crissal Thrasher

Toxostoma crissale

2/26/2026Davis Mountains Resort (Restricted Access)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Montezuma Quail

33/2/2026

White-winged Dove

13/2/2026

Mourning Dove

43/2/2026

Chipping Sparrow

43/2/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

13/2/2026

Canyon Towhee

13/2/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/2/2026

Black-crested Titmouse

13/2/2026

Bushtit

123/2/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

23/2/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

13/2/2026

Spotted Towhee

13/2/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

13/2/2026

Northern Flicker

13/2/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

13/2/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

13/2/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

43/2/2026

Wild Turkey

42/21/2026

Greater Roadrunner

12/21/2026

Red-naped Sapsucker

12/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.

  2. 2

    Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail?
Notable species at Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail include Montezuma Quail, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Chipping Sparrow, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports canyon habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail?
Birding at Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.
What amenities are available at Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail?
Lawrence E. Wood Picnic Area & Madera Canyon Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.