Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeUrban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This lake and urban park habitat attracts Double-crested Cormorant, Turkey Vulture, and Carolina Wren 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

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/6/2026Balcones Canyonlands NWR--Doeskin Ranch1 observed

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

3/6/2026Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)1 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/6/2026Roy G Guerrero Park—Cliff Overlook Area1 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

3/6/2026Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area--Central & Eastern portion (Travis Co.)7 observed

Say's Phoebe

Sayornis saya

3/6/2026Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area--Central & Eastern portion (Travis Co.)1 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/5/2026Commons Ford Ranch Metro Park1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park1 observed

White-tipped Dove

Leptotila verreauxi

3/5/2026Brittlyns Court1 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

3/5/202615915 Fisher Hollow Trail (HOME) TX 30.47996, -97.884111 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

3/4/2026Town Lake Park (HOTE 042), Austin1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

23/6/2026

Egyptian Goose

13/6/2026

White-winged Dove

43/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

83/6/2026

Great Egret

23/6/2026

Osprey

13/6/2026

Eastern Phoebe

23/6/2026

Blue Jay

13/6/2026

Carolina Wren

13/6/2026

Northern Mockingbird

33/6/2026

Cedar Waxwing

103/6/2026

House Sparrow

43/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

23/6/2026

Savannah Sparrow

13/6/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

33/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

43/6/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

23/6/2026

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 Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) for birding?
The best months to visit Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)?
Notable species at Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) include Double-crested Cormorant, Turkey Vulture, Carolina Wren, White-throated Sparrow, Great-tailed Grackle. The area supports lake, urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)?
Birding at Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Muir Lake (Lakeline Park)?
Muir Lake (Lakeline Park) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.