Hans & Pat Suter Wildlife Refuge

Located along Oso Bay, Hans & Pat Suter Wildlife Refuge is a fantastic place to observe wading birds, shorebirds, and migratory species in their natural habitat. Walk along the one-mile trail or the 800-foot boardwalk for stunning views of the bay, green marshes, and woodlands.

Bird Island at Padre Island National Seashore

Birds love the miles of sandy shores at Padre Island National Seashore. At Bird Island Basin, you’ll find gallinules and waders, but watch for Peregrine Falcons during the winter.

Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center

From the marsh platform at Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center, you’ll find many native sea birds along with a variety of other bird species, such as cranes, herons, egrets, gulls, spoonbills, sandpipers, and more during the seasonal migration.

King Ranch

Experience guided wildlife and bird-watching tours at King Ranch and discover an incredibly diverse landscape where you’ll find Northern Bobwhite Quail, Wild Turkey, Ferruginous pygmy-owls, and more.

Packery Channel Nature Park

Packery Channel Nature Park is a prime birdwatching destination and a Neo-Tropical Migratory Habitat with a birding boardwalk, pavilion, hummingbird and butterfly gardens, as well as bird fountains and drip stations. The park's large, protected oak motte at the entrance is a popular spot for bird enthusiasts.

The Birdiest Festival in America

April 23 - 27, 2025

Corpus Christi’s premier birding event is held each April at the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center. This festival attracts birders from across the country, offering expert-led excursions, workshops, and photography sessions. If you love birds, nature, and the outdoors, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Hazel Bazemore Hawk Watch

September - October

Every fall, birding enthusiasts flock to Hazel Bazemore Park to witness one of the most spectacular raptor migrations in North America. As part of the Corpus Christi Hawk Watch Project, the park hosts thousands of broad-winged hawks, Swainson’s hawks, kestrels, ospreys, peregrine falcons, and other birds of prey as they soar across the Texas skies.

Texas State Aquarium

While the Texas State Aquarium is famous for its marine life, it also features impressive bird exhibits.

Jungle Exhibit

Discover vibrant tropical bird species from the Caribbean rainforests from the Scarlet Macaw to the Caribbean Flamingo and more. Don't forget to stop by and meet Grace, a full-grown bald eagle from Anchorage, Alaska.

Nearshore Exhibit

Learn about shorebirds native to the Coastal Bend shoreline from the Blue-Winged Teal to the White Ibis and more.

South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center

The South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center is more than just a garden—it's a sanctuary for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike. Stroll through the Hummingbird Garden, where vibrant, fluttering visitors sip nectar from colorful flowers. Get up close with wild birds on display, offering a chance to observe fascinating species in a natural setting. For those seeking a deeper birding experience, take a peaceful walk along the Brennecke Nature Trail and Oso Loop Trail, where you might spot native and migratory birds among the lush South Texas landscape. Whether you're an avid birder or simply love the outdoors, this botanical haven is a must-visit!