Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 268 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts American Wigeon, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/6/2026Loews Ventana Canyon Resort1 observed

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

3/6/2026Pantano River Park--Glenn St/Sahuara Ave (opened 2018)1 observed

Acorn Woodpecker

Melanerpes formicivorus

3/6/2026University of Arizona3 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

3/6/2026Arthur Pack Regional Park3 observed

Sage Thrasher

Oreoscoptes montanus

3/6/2026Sabino Canyon Rec Area--Sabino Canyon Rd, non-IBA section1 observed

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

Aphelocoma woodhouseii

3/6/2026Canada del Oro Riverfront Park2 observed

Northern Yellow Warbler

Setophaga aestiva

3/6/2026Fort Lowell Park and Pantano Wash1 observed

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

3/6/2026Isabella Lee Natural Preserve1 observed

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

3/6/2026Fort Lowell Park and Pantano Wash1 observed

Bendire's Thrasher

Toxostoma bendirei

3/6/2026Avra Valley--Reservation Road2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

American Wigeon

23/6/2026

Mallard

53/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

603/6/2026

Ruddy Duck

23/6/2026

Common Gallinule

13/6/2026

American Coot

73/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

83/6/2026

Gila Woodpecker

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

13/6/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

23/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Verdin

13/6/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

23/6/2026

European Starling

13/6/2026

House Finch

23/6/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

33/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Abert's Towhee

23/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) for birding?
The best months to visit Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)?
Notable species at Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) include American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Ruddy Duck, Gambel's Quail. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)?
Birding at Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)?
Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.