Santa Gertrudis Lane
Provides access to the Santa Cruz River and the Anza Trail for birding and hiking.
I-19 Corridor - South
Santa Gertrudis Lane
Provides access to the Santa Cruz River and the Anza Trail for birding and hiking.
Florida Canyon
A narrow riparian canyon just east of Madera Canyon offering a great birding experience in a similar habitat.
Madera Canyon
Located in the Santa Rita Mountains, this is one of the most popular destinations for birders in southern Arizona and most famous for sightings of the elegant trogon.
Madera Canyon – Santa Rita Lodge
One of the best locations in Madera Canyon to view up to 15 species of hummingbirds and other rare species from covered platforms.
Montosa Canyon
In the southwest Santa Rita Mountains, this area is quieter than some of the more popular areas and includes a lovely picnic area with restrooms.
Puerto Canyon and Spring
On the north flank of the Tumacacori Mountains and amidst high desert, the canyon and its spring form an isolated oasis with a permanent seep and large sycamores which attracts an interesting array of birds.
Rancho Santa Cruz
Located in a fertile green valley fed by the Santa Cruz River under a canopy of large Cottonwood trees. A designated Arizona Important Bird Area.
Rock Corral Canyon
A very pretty canyon in the Tumacacori Mountains that is known for its luxuriant vegetation due to its protection from grazing.
Amado Wastewater Treatment Plant
Sewage treatment pond adjacent to the interstate with year-round birding opportunities.
Box Canyon
A designated scenic drive in the Santa Rita Mountains through an area where open grasslands predominate and broad views stretch across the immense basins and isolated mountain ranges.
Canoa Ranch
A 4,800 acre site that is on the National Register of Historic Places featuring a large pond, cienega (marsh), a pollinator garden, and agricultural areas.
De Anza Trail – Tubac
Part of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail that traces the banks of the Santa Cruz River and is a rare stretch of river that offers perennial surface water making it a draw for wildlife.
List of Sites
Florida Canyon
A narrow riparian canyon just east of Madera Canyon offering a great birding experience in a similar habitat.
Madera Canyon
Located in the Santa Rita Mountains, this is one of the most popular destinations for birders in southern Arizona and most famous for sightings of the elegant trogon.
Madera Canyon – Santa Rita Lodge
One of the best locations in Madera Canyon to view up to 15 species of hummingbirds and other rare species from covered platforms.
Montosa Canyon
In the southwest Santa Rita Mountains, this area is quieter than some of the more popular areas and includes a lovely picnic area with restrooms.
Puerto Canyon and Spring
On the north flank of the Tumacacori Mountains and amidst high desert, the canyon and its spring form an isolated oasis with a permanent seep and large sycamores which attracts an interesting array of birds.
Rancho Santa Cruz
Located in a fertile green valley fed by the Santa Cruz River under a canopy of large Cottonwood trees. A designated Arizona Important Bird Area.
Rock Corral Canyon
A very pretty canyon in the Tumacacori Mountains that is known for its luxuriant vegetation due to its protection from grazing.
Amado Wastewater Treatment Plant
Sewage treatment pond adjacent to the interstate with year-round birding opportunities.
Box Canyon
A designated scenic drive in the Santa Rita Mountains through an area where open grasslands predominate and broad views stretch across the immense basins and isolated mountain ranges.
Canoa Ranch
A 4,800 acre site that is on the National Register of Historic Places featuring a large pond, cienega (marsh), a pollinator garden, and agricultural areas.
De Anza Trail – Tubac
Part of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail that traces the banks of the Santa Cruz River and is a rare stretch of river that offers perennial surface water making it a draw for wildlife.