Matagorda County- W. STP Road

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

Spring Fall Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Matagorda County- W. STP Road is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 241 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, White Ibis, and Snowy 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

Mourning Dove White Ibis Snowy Egret Black Vulture Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Clay-colored Thrush

Turdus grayi

3/5/2026Matagorda Co.--Harter Rd./FM2853 area1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/4/2026Tide Water Oaks Walk1 observed

Common Pauraque

Nyctidromus albicollis

3/3/2026LAS Resort Yoke Goats1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

63/3/2026

White Ibis

83/3/2026

Snowy Egret

43/3/2026

Black Vulture

63/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

123/3/2026

Crested Caracara

13/3/2026

Eastern Phoebe

33/3/2026

Northern Mockingbird

33/3/2026

Savannah Sparrow

33/3/2026

Eastern Meadowlark

13/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

513/3/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

73/3/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/3/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Matagorda County- W. STP Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Matagorda County- W. STP Road for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Matagorda County- W. STP Road?▼

Notable species at Matagorda County- W. STP Road include Mourning Dove, White Ibis, Snowy Egret, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Matagorda County- W. STP Road?▼

Birding at Matagorda County- W. STP Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Matagorda County- W. STP Road?▼

Matagorda County- W. STP Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.