Desert birding habitat

Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, and Anna's Hummingbird 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

Five-striped Sparrow

Amphispizopsis quinquestriata

4/17/2026Montosa Canyon--km 1 (culvert area)2 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

4/17/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge1 observed

Lucy's Warbler

Leiothlypis luciae

4/17/2026Madera Canyon--Carrie Nation Trail4 observed

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Dryobates scalaris

4/17/2026Madera Canyon--Carrie Nation Trail1 observed

Black Vulture

Coragyps atratus

4/16/2026374 Gull Ct Rio Rico Az.1 observed

Yellow Rail

Coturnicops noveboracensis

4/16/2026Green Valley (general)1 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

4/16/2026Florida Canyon--lower1 observed

American Goshawk

Astur atricapillus

4/16/2026Florida Canyon--lower1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

4/16/2026981 W Camino Sagasta, Green Valley US-AZ 31.83090, -111.007081 observed

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

4/16/2026981 W Camino Sagasta, Green Valley US-AZ 31.83090, -111.007081 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

4/16/2026Market East1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

24/17/2026

Mourning Dove

24/17/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

14/17/2026

Broad-billed Hummingbird

24/17/2026

Gray Hawk

24/17/2026

Gila Woodpecker

34/17/2026

Black Phoebe

14/17/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

44/17/2026

Dusky-capped Flycatcher

14/17/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

14/17/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

24/17/2026

Bell's Vireo

44/17/2026

Hutton's Vireo

14/17/2026

Common Raven

84/17/2026

Verdin

14/17/2026

Violet-green Swallow

14/17/2026

Bewick's Wren

24/17/2026

American Robin

14/17/2026

Phainopepla

14/17/2026

House Finch

44/17/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) for birding?
The best months to visit Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Notable species at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) include White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Birding at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.