San Angelo State Park - South Unit

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Angelo State Park - South Unit is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 290 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

Baird's Sandpiper

Calidris bairdii

3/1/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

2/23/2026Bentwood Country Club--Columbine Rd Pond1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/22/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir, San Angelo US-TX 31.31857, -100.504871 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/22/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir, San Angelo US-TX 31.31857, -100.504871 observed

Lesser Yellowlegs

Tringa flavipes

2/21/2026Twin Buttes Reservoir--Brushlands below dam1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

93/4/2026

Blue-winged Teal

33/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

63/4/2026

Gadwall

33/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Green-winged Teal

23/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

33/4/2026

Mourning Dove

33/4/2026

American Coot

303/4/2026

Killdeer

23/4/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

13/4/2026

Ring-billed Gull

123/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

283/4/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/4/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

23/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

American White Pelican

183/4/2026

Purple Martin

53/4/2026

Marsh Wren

13/4/2026

American Pipit

23/4/2026

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 San Angelo State Park - South Unit for birding?
The best months to visit San Angelo State Park - South Unit for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at San Angelo State Park - South Unit?
Notable species at San Angelo State Park - South Unit include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Angelo State Park - South Unit?
Birding at San Angelo State Park - South Unit is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at San Angelo State Park - South Unit?
San Angelo State Park - South Unit offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.