Trading House Creek Reservoir

Texas · Southeast

ModerateView on eBird

Habitat

LakeRiver/Riparian

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Trading House Creek Reservoir is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This lake and river/riparian habitat attracts Gadwall, Canvasback, and American Coot among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Gadwall Canvasback American Coot Pied-billed Grebe Eared Grebe

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Black-crested Titmouse

Baeolophus atricristatus

3/4/2026Lake Waco--Airport Park1 observed

Lesser Goldfinch

Spinus psaltria

3/4/20262300 Cameron Park Drive, Waco, Texas, US (31.575, -97.147)PPW-W-0261 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gadwall

23/3/2026

Canvasback

73/3/2026

American Coot

313/3/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/3/2026

Eared Grebe

33/3/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

13/3/2026

Great Egret

13/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

83/3/2026

American Crow

23/3/2026

American Pipit

13/3/2026

Mallard

13/1/2026

American White Pelican

13/1/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

13/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

23/1/2026

Eastern Bluebird

23/1/2026

Lark Sparrow

23/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/1/2026

Blue-winged Teal

22/28/2026

Mourning Dove

22/28/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

10 min read

Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

12 min read

Spring Birding in New York City: The Complete Urban Migration Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Trading House Creek Reservoir for birding?▼

The best months to visit Trading House Creek Reservoir for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Trading House Creek Reservoir?▼

Notable species at Trading House Creek Reservoir include Gadwall, Canvasback, American Coot, Pied-billed Grebe, Eared Grebe. The area supports lake, river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Trading House Creek Reservoir?▼

Birding at Trading House Creek Reservoir is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Trading House Creek Reservoir?▼

Trading House Creek Reservoir offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.