Lometa Reservoir (limited access)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lometa Reservoir (limited access) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 207 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts a wide variety of species 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

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

2/28/2026439 Paseo Robles, Lampasas US-TX 31.13923, -98.12469

Red-eyed Vireo

Vireo olivaceus

2/28/2026439 Paseo Robles, Lampasas US-TX 31.13923, -98.12469

Lesser Greenlet

Pachysylvia decurtata

2/28/2026439 Paseo Robles, Lampasas US-TX 31.13923, -98.12469

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

2/28/2026439 Paseo Robles, Lampasas US-TX 31.13923, -98.12469

Yellow-billed Chough

Pyrrhocorax graculus

2/24/2026439 Paseo Robles, Lampasas US-TX 31.13923, -98.12469

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

2/23/2026Colorado Bend SP (HOTE 019)1 observed

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 Lometa Reservoir (limited access) for birding?
The best months to visit Lometa Reservoir (limited access) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lometa Reservoir (limited access)?
Notable species at Lometa Reservoir (limited access) include Common Loon, Bald Eagle, Double-crested Cormorant, Ring-billed Gull, Bufflehead. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lometa Reservoir (limited access)?
Birding at Lometa Reservoir (limited access) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lometa Reservoir (limited access)?
Lometa Reservoir (limited access) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.