Paton Center for Hummingbirds
Tucson Bird Alliance’s Paton Center for Hummingbirds is another great stop in the Patagonia area. Decades ago, the Center started as a private residence that welcomed thousands of visitors each year to see the site’s many species of hummers, including superstars like violet-crowned hummingbird and plain-capped starthroat. The Paton Center for Hummingbirds soon became world-renown among birders. Today, Tucson Bird Alliance manages the Paton Center for Hummingbirds and has created a truly exceptional experience with plenty of great places to just sit and enjoy these tiny wonders.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Santa Cruz
Directions: From the town of Patagonia, turn north on 4th Avenue and continue 0.1 miles to Pennsylvania Ave. Turn left and the Paton Center for Hummingbirds will be on your left.
Latitude: 31.539415
Longitude: -110.760201
Operational Hours: Open regular business hours
Admission or Fees: None, but donations welcomed
Best time to visit: Spring, Summer
Habitats: Stream or river, Urban or Suburban park
Know Before You Go
The Paton Center for Hummingbirds regularly hosts public programs. ADA accessible restrooms available on site.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Rare: Violet-crowned Hummingbird
Speciality: Broad-billed Hummingbird, Costa’s Hummingbird, Gray Hawk, Lucifer Hummingbird, Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird, Gambel’s Quail, Lesser Goldfinch, Phainopepla, White-winged Dove
Contact Information
Tucson Bird Alliance
477 Pennsylvania Ave.
Patagonia, AZ 85624
Phone: 520-629-0510
Website: https://tucsonbirds.org/paton-center/
Email: paton@tucsonbirds.org
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L247122
Additional Resources:
Paton Center Web Cams
