Some Trails Closed for Golden Cheeked Warbler Nesting Season

A Golden Cheeked Warbler sings in a tree in San Marcos, Texas

Some Trails Closed for Golden Cheeked Warbler Nesting Season

Please observe, and respect, any closed trail signage for Golden-cheeked Warbler nesting season. Trails are mostly in the northwest section of Spring Lake Natural Area and Purgatory Creek Natural Area. The endangered bird's nesting season runs from March 1 - May 31. The Golden-cheeked Warbler breeds only in Central Texas and nests in the Ashe juniper and oak woodlands. 

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Birding in San Marcos, Texas

San Marcos is known as a great place for people to visit, live and explore, but did you know it’s a hot spot for birds too? Located on the Central Flyway, San Marcos is home to plenty of natural green spaces, riverside parks and nature preserves for your birding adventure. From the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler (found only in the Texas Hill Country) to majestic waterfowl, and lots of feathered friends in between, you’re sure to spot birds of all shapes, sizes and colors in San Marcos, Texas. Looking for a guided birding experience? You'll want to sign up for a First Saturday Birding Hike!

Family of four uses binoculars to find birds at Schulle Creek in San Marcos, Texas

First Saturday Birding Hikes

Interested in birding hikes? From water fowl to woodpeckers to hawks to songbirds - you never know which feathered friends will be spotted. Hikes are guided by Stephen Ramirez, a local birder and photographer.

Interested in birding hikes? From water fowl to woodpeckers to hawks to songbirds - you never know which feathered friends will be spotted. Hikes are guided by Stephen…

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