Sea Rim State Park

Texas · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Sea Rim State Park is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 312 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mottled Duck, American Avocet, and Black-bellied Plover 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

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

2/28/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Eastern Warbling Vireo

Vireo gilvus

2/28/2026Sabine Woods (UTC 026)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

23/5/2026

Mottled Duck

23/5/2026

Black-necked Stilt

23/5/2026

American Avocet

503/5/2026

Black-bellied Plover

13/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Piping Plover

53/5/2026

Snowy Plover

53/5/2026

Long-billed Curlew

13/5/2026

Wilson's Snipe

13/5/2026

Willet

103/5/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

233/5/2026

Ruddy Turnstone

13/5/2026

Sanderling

103/5/2026

Dunlin

253/5/2026

Least Sandpiper

53/5/2026

Western Sandpiper

53/5/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

103/5/2026

Laughing Gull

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

43/5/2026

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 Sea Rim State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Sea Rim State Park for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Sea Rim State Park?
Notable species at Sea Rim State Park include Mottled Duck, American Avocet, Black-bellied Plover, Killdeer, Semipalmated Plover. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Sea Rim State Park?
Birding at Sea Rim State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Sea Rim State Park?
Sea Rim State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.