San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
LakeWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 253 species recorded on eBird. This lake and wetland habitat attracts Snow Goose, American Coot, and Black-necked Stilt 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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/24/2026500–598 Coleman St, Clute US-TX (29.0278,-95.4019)2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

502/24/2026

American Coot

82/24/2026

Black-necked Stilt

22/24/2026

Forster's Tern

12/24/2026

Great Egret

32/24/2026

Great Blue Heron

12/24/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/24/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

402/24/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

12/24/2026

Ross's Goose

422/21/2026

Blue-winged Teal

852/21/2026

Northern Shoveler

152/21/2026

Green-winged Teal

72/21/2026

Common Gallinule

92/21/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

12/21/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

22/21/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

92/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

102/21/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

32/21/2026

American Bittern

12/21/2026

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 San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop for birding?
The best months to visit San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
Notable species at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop include Snow Goose, American Coot, Black-necked Stilt, Forster's Tern, Great Egret. The area supports lake, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
Birding at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop?
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge - Moccasin Pond Loop offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.