Tucked into the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country, Longneck Manor offers more than a tranquil getaway—it’s your gateway to some of the region’s most vibrant birding hotspots.At Longneck Manor, your stay directly supports global wildlife conservation while placing you at the center of one of Texas’s most ecologically diverse birding regions. With protected habitats, historic state parks, and migratory corridors nearby, Fredericksburg is fast becoming a must-visit destination for bird lovers and nature advocates alike.
Top Birding Hotspots Near Longneck Manor
- Live Oak Wilderness Trail (Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park)
Just a few miles from town, this ¾‑mile nature trail winds through live oaks and native wildflowers, with over 132 species recorded . Look for hawks, yellow‑crowned night herons, MacGillivray’s warblers—and more than a dozen butterflies and dragonflies. - Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Eighteen miles north, this iconic pink granite dome anchors an ecosystem teeming with birds of prey and occasionally rarities like golden‑cheeked warblers and black‑capped vireos. The view from the summit often includes swallows, raptors, and passing migratory birds. - Balcones Canyonlands NWR (Marble Falls)
A short drive away, this celebrated refuge shelters golden‑cheeked warblers and black‑capped vireos—endangered songbirds unique to the Texas Hill Country. Platforms, blinds, and winding trails make this a true birder’s treasure trove. - Fort Martin Scott & Lyndon B. Johnson State Park
Historic Fort Martin Scott, near town, and nearby LBJ State Park offer wooded corridors and historic landscapes favored by flycatchers, orioles, and year-round cardinals, mockingbirds, and doves. - Old Tunnel State Park (Bats & Birds)
Halfway to Comfort, TX lies Texas’s smallest state park: a former railroad tunnel now alive with millions of bats and habitat for swallows and late migrants. Sunset is magical—bat emergence against an evening sky, punctuated by swift-flying birds.
Why Bird From Longneck Manor?
Luxury meets wildlife: Wake with giraffes, sip wine while rhinos roam in the evening, and step out for birding—all on a 102‑acre luxury conservation property.
Year‑round variety: The Texas Hill Country supports about 300–430 bird species—from year‑round residents like cardinals and doves to migratory buntings, vireos, warblers, and raptors.
Infuse purpose into your trip: Longneck Manor is a nonprofit conservation park accredited by AZA. Your stay supports giraffe and rhino conservation globally.
Sample Itinerary for a Day Birding While Staying at Longneck Manor
Sunrise Deck Watch: Begin at dawn—relax with binoculars as Hill Country songbirds start their day right outside your room.
Morning Animal Encounter: Enjoy up-close educational and memorable interactions with our giraffes, rhinos and sloth from 9-11am.
Live Oak Trail Trek: Take a short drive into Fredericksburg, loop through oaks and wildflowers—water, shade, and birdlife galore.
Hike at Enchanted Rock: Hike this famous landmark and scan the skies for hawks, swifts, and warblers.
Afternoon Rest: Return to Longneck Manor—enjoy a soothing conservation animal encounter or simply recharge in your tranquil Villa.
Toast to the Tower: At 3:30pm Take part in the daily ritual that honors the Longneck Manor animal ambassadors and feed the giraffes.
Sunset Bat & Bird Mix: Drive to Old Tunnel State Park for bats and swallows, a perfect twilight birding finale.
Staying at Longneck Manor is more than a luxury retreat—it’s an invitation to step into nature’s rhythms and contribute to meaningful conservation. Each bird seen, each dawn experienced is woven into a larger story of wildlife, wonder, and stewardship.
Reserve Your Nature Escape Today—Luxury, Wildlife, and Conservation Await
Learn more by following us on
Instagram
Facebook
TikTok
Youtube
LinkedIn
