Santa Gertrudis Lane
The lane, once a major crossing of the Santa Cruz River, was closed to public traffic two years ago when Burlington Northern Railroad deemed the rail crossing on the east side of the river to be unsafe. The closing was a hardship for folks living in the hills above the river, but the lack of traffic created a peaceful sanctuary for birds and wildlife residing and migrating along the river.
The river corridor from Tubac to Tumacacori includes the Anza Trail that is a popular destination for birding and hiking. Santa Getrudis Lane intersects with the Anza Trail at the Santa Cruz River.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Santa Cruz
Directions: Santa Gertrudis Lane is just south of the historic Tumacacori Mission on the east Frontage Road near Tubac. The lane is posted as private property and visitors park on the frontage road and stroll down the dirt lane ¼ mile to the Santa Cruz River.
Latitude: 31.5620774
Longitude: -111.047042
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Spring and Fall
Habitats: Desert, Stream or river
Know Before You Go
This is private property so please be respectful of the folks living here.
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
Speciality: Broad-billed Hummingbird, Costa’s Hummingbird, Gray Hawk, Montezuma’s Quail, Sage Thrasher, Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird, Gambel’s Quail, Greater Roadrunner, Lesser Nighthawk
Contact Information
Private
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L352346
Additional Resources:
Juan Bautista de Anza Trail
