World Birding Center | Estero Llano Grande State Park (Weslaco, TX)

The Land
Water is the magic ingredient for attracting wildlife, and Estero Llano Grande State Park offers something special as the largest wetlands environment in the World Birding Center network. A shallow lake, fringed with marsh cane, is actually part of the Arroyo Colorado. Classic Rio Grande woodlands add variety to a park that already boasts a well-deserved birding reputation. As part of extensive restoration plans, a former agricultural field has been transformed into wetlands, with an island just right for a secure nesting site.

Our Birds
Estero Llano Grande has a well-deserved reputation as a can’t-miss birding destination. In late summer, when water is at a premium, hundreds of waders & shorebirds flock here, including the endangered Wood Stork, along with colorful coastal species like the Roseate Spoonbill and Ibis. Migrating waterfowl also make a beeline for the park’s narrow, shallow lake. Elsewhere, woodland & thorn scrub harbor all the must-see Valley specialties such as the Groove-billed Ani & Altamira Oriole. Adding spice to this mix, visitors may even spot rare Red-crowned Parrots and Green Parakeets.

TOF- February 11-12th
Have you wanted to take your family on a camping trip, but you didn't feel you knew everything you might need to know to have a successful camping experience? The Texas Outdoor Family program is designed to teach you and your family the basic outdoor skills you need to enjoy a great overnight camping experience. Workshops are hosted at state parks where your family receives hands-on experience learning basic outdoor skills. You will learn everything you need to create great memories enjoying the outdoors with your family.
SIGN UP ASAP AS RESERVATIONS ARE LIMITED
You can contact us by phone for pricing and availability, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. at
(512) 389-8903
or by e-mail at tofsp@tpwd.state.tx.us
*Full Moon Hikes- 8:00pm-10:00pm Jan 8th Feb 8th

Join our guides on a night time adventure prowling for owls, searching for scorpions, and trekking for tarantulas. This general nature hike will take you to the moon and stars as we look at the night sky and then back to the park in search of the night creatures of the park.
School Programs – Contact info here.
Information about School Group Programs
Information about joint field trip opportunities with the Valley Nature Center
Guided Bird Walks – Wednesdays,Saturdays & Sundays 8:30am-10:30am. Join us for an unforgettable avian adventure. Contact us for more information.
Fee: Program is free with park entrance.
Butterfly Walks – 1:30-3:30 p.m. every Friday. Join a park naturalist and observe the vast amounts of colorful butterflies that are attracted to the gardens in the park.
Fee: Program is free with park entrance.
Dragonfly Walks –Fridays 3:30pm-4:30pm
Be prepared for an expedition for flying predators.
Electric Tram Nature Tours –2:00 – 4:00 pm every Sunday. Embark on a voyage taking you to places limited mobility may have kept you from experiencing. Book your own tour on another day by calling the park to schedule.

Fee: Program is free with park entrance.

Looking for somewhere different and exciting to have your next meeting, training, retreat or get together?
Below you will find a list of our unique facilities avaiable for rent.
Please contact the park for facility rental information.

Ibis Room – Classroom (Trainings, Meetings, Social Events)
Pauraque Hall – Recreation Hall and Full Kitchen (Trainings, Meetings, Social Events)
Camp Thicket – Large Group Facilities (Trainings, Meetings, Retreats, Social Events)Overnight Accommodations
South Complex – Indoor Kitchen, Meeting Room, 6 Bedrooms with Bathrooms and Showers
North Complex – Kitchen, Dining Hall, 5 Bunk Houses, 2 Shower Houses
Outdoor Pavilion
Warbler Hall – Chapel

Physical Address
Estero Llano Grande State Park
3301 S. International Blvd. (FM 1015)
Weslaco, Texas

Mailing Address
Estero Llano Grande State Park
154A Lakeview Drive
Weslaco, Texas 78596

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