Rollover Pass

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Rollover Pass is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 274 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Rock Pigeon, Great-tailed Grackle, and Gadwall 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

Lesser Nighthawk

Chordeiles acutipennis

3/3/2026Smith Oaks Rookery Count (Houston Audubon Staff)1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)2 observed

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)2 observed

Canada Goose

Branta canadensis

3/3/20261218 Plummer Camp Road, Anahuac, Texas, US (29.525, -94.762)6 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

2/28/2026GCBO Abshier Mosquito Research Conservancy1 observed

Least Grebe

Tachybaptus dominicus

2/28/2026Anahuac Entrance Road1 observed

Western Kingbird

Tyrannus verticalis

2/26/2026St Matthew’s Church1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Rock Pigeon

23/2/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

83/2/2026

Gadwall

72/28/2026

Black-bellied Plover

12/28/2026

Killdeer

12/28/2026

Willet

12/28/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

12/28/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

32/28/2026

Laughing Gull

302/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

302/28/2026

Black Skimmer

2002/28/2026

Forster's Tern

452/28/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

12/28/2026

Snowy Egret

12/28/2026

Great Egret

12/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/28/2026

Brown Pelican

172/28/2026

Barn Swallow

12/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

12/27/2026

Royal Tern

122/27/2026

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.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Waterproof boots are recommended as trails near marshes can be muddy, especially after rain.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rollover Pass for birding?
The best months to visit Rollover Pass for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Rollover Pass?
Notable species at Rollover Pass include Rock Pigeon, Great-tailed Grackle, Gadwall, Black-bellied Plover, Killdeer, Eurasian Collared-Dove, White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Blue Jay, Red-winged Blackbird, Brown-headed Cowbird, Common Grackle. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rollover Pass?
Birding at Rollover Pass is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Rollover Pass?
There is no entrance fee at Rollover Pass. Hours: Open daily.
What amenities are available at Rollover Pass?
Rollover Pass offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.