San Luis Pass

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

San Luis Pass is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 306 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Rock Pigeon, and Mourning Dove 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

Cinnamon Teal

Spatula cyanoptera

3/4/2026Galveston--8 Mile Rd./Sportsman Rd (UTC 066)1 observed

Pyrrhuloxia

Cardinalis sinuatus

3/3/2026Galveston--Lafitte's Cove (UTC 068)1 observed

Blue-winged x Cinnamon Teal (hybrid)

Spatula discors x cyanoptera

3/2/2026Galveston--8 Mile Rd./Sportsman Rd (UTC 066)1 observed

Pectoral Sandpiper

Calidris melanotos

3/1/2026Galveston--8 Mile Rd./Sportsman Rd (UTC 066)3 observed

Iceland Gull (Thayer's)

Larus glaucoides

2/26/2026San Luis Pass (Galveston Co.)(UTC 071)1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

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

Wilson's Plover

Anarhynchus wilsonia

2/22/2026Follett's Island Blue Water Hwy/TX257 (UTC105)1 observed

Western Tanager

Piranga ludoviciana

2/21/2026Galveston--Lafitte's Cove (UTC 068)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

23/2/2026

Rock Pigeon

133/2/2026

Mourning Dove

73/2/2026

Clapper Rail

13/2/2026

American Avocet

5003/2/2026

Black-bellied Plover

353/2/2026

Long-billed Curlew

53/2/2026

Marbled Godwit

73/2/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

303/2/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

33/2/2026

Willet

353/2/2026

Sanderling

1503/2/2026

Dunlin

3003/2/2026

Western Sandpiper

1003/2/2026

Laughing Gull

7003/2/2026

Ring-billed Gull

853/2/2026

American Herring Gull

63/2/2026

Black Skimmer

1203/2/2026

Forster's Tern

103/2/2026

Royal Tern

243/2/2026

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 Luis Pass for birding?
The best months to visit San Luis Pass for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at San Luis Pass?
Notable species at San Luis Pass include Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Rock Pigeon, Mourning Dove, Clapper Rail, American Avocet. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at San Luis Pass?
Birding at San Luis Pass is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at San Luis Pass?
San Luis Pass offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.