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Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory

Location: 2210 South FM 973 78725 Map

For more information about this park, call the City of Austin Parks Department at (512) 974-6700. For Travis County parks, call (512) 854-7275

This park is not reservable.

Size: 0.00 Acres

Amenities:
Trail Miles 1

Yellowlegs and other waterbirds congregate at Hornsby Bend

Description: The Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory is located at the Austin Water Utility's Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant. It is hosted by the Austin Water Utility's Center for Environmental Research at Hornsby Bend.

More than 350 bird species have been recorded here. The Hornsby Bend complex contains four lagoons, woods along the Colorado River, and fields. Be prepared for occasional unpleasant odors during the summer.

There are monthly bird walks, bird counts, and educational/volunteer events at the Education Center (see link below).

Upcoming Events

No events currently listed for this park.

Partners and Links

Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory Kevin Anderson 512-972-1960 http://www.hornsbybend.org

Calendar of Events for Hornsby Bend
Hike Information from Austin Explorer

Gallery:

Male and female Northern Shoveler ducks at Hornsby Bend

This page is a work in progress. Do you have pictures, stories, or additional information about this park you would like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Email Rosie or call 477-1566.

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