Lake birding habitat

Dankworth Pond State Park

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Dankworth Pond State Park is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 226 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Ring-necked Duck, and Common Merganser 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

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

4/3/20262910 W Thatcher Blvd, Thatcher US-AZ (32.8480,-109.7477)1 observed

Bendire's Thrasher

Toxostoma bendirei

4/3/202617500–17540 Bonita Aravaipa Rd, Safford US-AZ (32.5962,-109.9773)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Ruddy Duck

14/7/2026

Gambel's Quail

64/7/2026

White-winged Dove

104/7/2026

American Coot

124/7/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

14/7/2026

Bell's Vireo

14/7/2026

Verdin

14/7/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/7/2026

House Finch

14/7/2026

Song Sparrow

54/7/2026

Abert's Towhee

14/7/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

104/7/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

184/7/2026

Lucy's Warbler

14/7/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

34/7/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

34/7/2026

Northern Cardinal

24/7/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dankworth Pond State Park for birding?
The best months to visit Dankworth Pond State Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Dankworth Pond State Park?
Notable species at Dankworth Pond State Park include Cinnamon Teal, Ring-necked Duck, Common Merganser, Ruddy Duck, Eurasian Collared-Dove. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dankworth Pond State Park?
Birding at Dankworth Pond State Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Dankworth Pond State Park?
Dankworth Pond State Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.