Editing McAllen, Texas (section)

===Birdwatching===
McAllen is positioned on a major flyway, the migratory path of birds between North and South America, presenting opportunities for bird and butterfly expeditions. The landscape hosts a diverse wildlife population. The Quinta Mazatlan, a historic Spanish colonial mansion, is used as McAllen's wing of the World Birding Center.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.exploremcallen.com/ |title=The Quinta Mazatlan |publisher=ExploreMcAllen.com |access-date=June 20, 2012}}</ref>  The McAllen Nature Center is a popular spot for bird-watchers and nature enthusiasts alike. This preserved green space offers visitors a chance to explore walking trails, climb a small hill, and has a cactus garden - all without any charge for admission.

The Bicentennial Bike Path runs from Highway 83 on the south side to Bicentennial and Trenton Road on the north side. The International Museum of Art & Science,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://theimasonline.org/ |title=International Museum of Art and Science |publisher=theimasonline.org |access-date=January 29, 2020}}</ref> Smithsonian affiliate and AAM-accredited museum founded in 1967, is located near the path at the corner of Bicentennial and Nolana Avenue.

The Zinnia Spray Water Park is McAllen's first [[splash pad|sprayground]] park. It is located at 29th and Zinnia Ave.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.exploremcallen.com/ |title=Zinnia Spray Park |publisher=ExploreMcAllen.com |access-date=June 20, 2012}}</ref>

Champion Lakes Golf Course is located on South Ware Road just south of Highway 83. The golf course has 18 holes plus a driving range. This course hosts numerous tournaments year round.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.mcallen.net/golf/default.aspx/ |title=Palm View Golf Course |publisher=McAllen.net |access-date=June 20, 2012}}</ref>