Williamson County - CR428 & CR361

Texas · Southeast

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Habitat

ForestWetland

Best Seasons

SpringFallWinter

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 is a productive birding destination in Texas, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Mourning Dove, Killdeer, and Double-crested Cormorant among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mourning Dove Killdeer Double-crested Cormorant Black Vulture Turkey Vulture

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Tufted Titmouse

Baeolophus bicolor

3/1/2026Little River--Sunshine / Reed Cemetery Rds.2 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

2/21/2026Alligator Prairie (Milam Co.)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mourning Dove

202/21/2026

Killdeer

12/21/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

22/21/2026

Black Vulture

42/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

82/21/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

22/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

32/21/2026

Downy Woodpecker

12/21/2026

American Kestrel

22/21/2026

Eastern Phoebe

12/21/2026

Loggerhead Shrike

12/21/2026

American Crow

22/21/2026

Carolina Chickadee

12/21/2026

Tufted x Black-crested Titmouse (hybrid)

22/21/2026

Carolina Wren

12/21/2026

Northern Mockingbird

12/21/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

42/21/2026

Savannah Sparrow

12/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

252/21/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

102/21/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
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 Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 for birding?▼

The best months to visit Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.

What birds can I see at Williamson County - CR428 & CR361?▼

Notable species at Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 include Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Double-crested Cormorant, Black Vulture, Turkey Vulture. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.

How difficult is birding at Williamson County - CR428 & CR361?▼

Birding at Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Williamson County - CR428 & CR361?▼

Williamson County - CR428 & CR361 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.