Sulphur Springs Valley
Sulphur Springs Valley stretches from north of the town of Willcox south to the Mexican border. The agricultural fields, ponds, and desert scrub offer many excellent birding opportunities, especially in the winter months. Sulphur Springs Valley is a big place so at least a half-day should be allotted for a visit.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Cochise
Directions: Sulphur Springs Valley can be accessed from the north via the Willcox exits off of Interstate 10. It can accessed from the south via Douglas (State Route 191) or Tombstone (Davis Rd.). The valley is a fairly large area and cruising the farm roads will offer good birding opportunities. Be sure to park on the sides of the roads to allow farm vehicles to pass.
Latitude: 31.97815
Longitude: -109.762506
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Winter (November-March) is best.
Habitats: Agriculture or Cropland, Desert, Grassland
Know Before You Go
Dirt roads can be very slippery after rain or snow has fallen.
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: Bendire’s Thrasher, Pyrrhuloxia, Scaled Quail
Charismatic: Curve-billed Thrasher, Greater Roadrunner
Contact Information
Private
None
Phone: None
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L128999%20(Kansas%20Settlement%20Rd.),%20https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1066899%20(Arzberger%20Rd.).%20https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1379108%20(Kimzey%20Rd.)
Additional Resources:
Wings Over Willcox Birding Festival
Coronado National Forest
