McAllister Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

McAllister Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 236 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Eastern Phoebe, and Carolina Chickadee 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

Palm Warbler

Setophaga palmarum

3/5/2026Crescent Bend Nature Park — Cibolo Creek (Guadalupe Co.)1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/5/2026Home1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/4/2026Home1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/3/2026Westcreek1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/3/2026Home1 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

3/3/2026Parman Library, San Antonio US-TX 29.63660, -98.514411 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

3/3/2026Parman Library, San Antonio US-TX 29.63660, -98.514411 observed

Ringed Kingfisher

Megaceryle torquata

3/2/2026Crescent Bend Nature Park (Bexar Co.)1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/2/2026Westcreek1 observed

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

3/1/2026Kendall Ridge1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

3/1/2026San Antonio KOA Holiday (Salado Creek Greenway)1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

2/28/2026Backyard/green belt1 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

2/28/2026Panther Springs Park1 observed

Black-throated Green Warbler

Setophaga virens

2/28/2026San Antonio Riverwalk area1 observed

Ash-throated Flycatcher

Myiarchus cinerascens

2/28/2026Converse City Park1 observed

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

Archilochus colubris

2/28/2026Pike Road, San Antonio, Texas, 782091 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

2/28/2026Parman Library Parking Lot and Trailhead1 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

2/28/2026Parman Library Parking Lot and Trailhead1 observed

Canyon Towhee

Melozone fusca

2/28/2026Panther Springs Park south1 observed

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

2/28/2026Classen-Steubing Ranch Park2 observed

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit McAllister Park for birding?
The best months to visit McAllister Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at McAllister Park?
Notable species at McAllister Park include Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Eastern Phoebe, Carolina Chickadee, Black-crested Titmouse, Ruby-crowned Kinglet. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at McAllister Park?
Birding at McAllister Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at McAllister Park?
McAllister Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.