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Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center

A place where migration, wetlands, and community come together in San Antonio.
Discover adventure, birds, and how to make a difference at an ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ center.

10750 Pleasanton Road, San Antonio, TX 78221

Tuesday - Sunday:

Open Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

On San Antonio’s South Side, Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center protects a rare and vital wetland landscape along the Central Flyway. This restored habitat supports wildlife, strengthens local ecosystems, and offers a quiet refuge from the surrounding city.

Home to more than 300 bird species each year, Mitchell Lake is a place of constant movement and surprise—from flocks of migrating birds to the unmistakable presence of American White Pelicans. Walk the trails, listen closely, and experience a side of San Antonio shaped by nature and community.

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Upcoming Events
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Apr
25
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
Beginner Bird Walks at Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
 San Antonio, TX
Apr
25
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
City Nature Challenge Events Day
 San Antonio, TX
Apr
26
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
Guided Bird Tour at Mitchell Lake
 San Antonio, TX
May
2
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
Wildflower Walk and Native Seedballs
 San Antonio, TX
May
3
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
Guided Bird Tour at Mitchell Lake
 San Antonio, TX
May
9
8:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
FREE Entry Day – Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day!
 San Antonio, TX
May
9
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
2nd Saturday Habitat Workday
 San Antonio, TX
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