Platt Lane

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Platt Lane is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Gadwall, American Wigeon, and Northern Pintail 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-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

3/5/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)3 observed

White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

3/5/2026Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park5 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

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

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

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

3/3/2026Hornsby Bend (HOTE 037)1 observed

Allen's Hummingbird

Selasphorus sasin

3/2/2026Rob Roy Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

43/1/2026

American Wigeon

103/1/2026

Northern Pintail

33/1/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/1/2026

White-winged Dove

23/1/2026

Mourning Dove

33/1/2026

Killdeer

93/1/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

13/1/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

43/1/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

173/1/2026

Snowy Egret

43/1/2026

Great Egret

23/1/2026

American White Pelican

223/1/2026

Black Vulture

123/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

93/1/2026

Osprey

13/1/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

33/1/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

53/1/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/1/2026

Northern Flicker

13/1/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Platt Lane for birding?
The best months to visit Platt Lane for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Platt Lane?
Notable species at Platt Lane include Gadwall, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, White-winged Dove. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Platt Lane?
Birding at Platt Lane is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Platt Lane?
Platt Lane offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.