Pipe Spring National Monument
Pipe Spring National Monument offers birders a combination of diverse bird species, natural beauty, and historical interest, making it a compelling destination for those interested in avian observation. This 40-acre site is located 15 miles west of Fredonia, AZ and is enclosed within the North Kaibab Paiute Band Reservation. It is one of 21 Arizona Heritage Water sites and offers flowing spring waters, ponds, an orchard, garden and native vegetation in support of the over 170 species of birds known to visit or reside there. Ridge trail is a half mile loop that climbs to the top of the cliffs overlooking the site.
Site Information
Region: West Coast
County: Mohave
Directions:
Latitude: 36.86253
Longitude: -112.73746
Operational Hours: Open regular business hours
Admission or Fees: $10 per person aged 16 and over. America the Beautiful Interagency passes accepted.
Habitats: Desert, Lake or Pond, Stream or river
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Species Highlights
Speciality: Black-throated Gray Warbler, Canyon Wren, Ladder-backed Woodpecker, Lucy’s Warbler, Pinyon Jay, Red Crossbill, Sage Thrasher, Sagebrush Sparrow, Virginia’s Warbler
Charismatic: American Kestrel, Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-chinned Hummingbird, Black-throated Sparrow, Cactus Wren, Gambel’s Quail, Greater Roadrunner, Lesser Goldfinch, Summer Tanager, Vermilion Flycatcher, White-winged Dove
Contact Information
National Park Service
406 Pipe Springs Road
Freedonia , AZ 86022
Phone: 928-643-7105
Website: https://www.nps.gov/pisp/index.htm
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L451746
Additional Resources:
National Park Service Virtual Tour
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