There are multiple wetland viewing areas along RR170. At 5 miles south of Candelaria are smaller shallow wetlands during wet years. Then closer to Candelaria about a mile out is a huge deeper wetland with more open water, reed marsh habitat and a deep channel next to the road. A spotting scope would be helpful.

Water birds, Gambel's Quail, Green and Belted Kingfishers, shorebirds, Least Bittern, Least Grebe, Tropical Kingbird, Black-tailed Gnatcatcher, Crissal Thrasher.

Great birding spot. Usually has water. A natural wetlands fed by the Rio Grande River. Isolated area. Blacktop road. The wetlands are on private property but can be viewed from the road.