Morgan City Wash

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Morgan City Wash is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 266 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Osprey and Rock Wren 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 Black Hawk

Buteogallus anthracinus

3/5/202618912 North 68th Avenue, Glendale, Arizona, US (33.656, -112.206)1 observed

Winter Wren

Troglodytes hiemalis

3/5/2026Lake Pleasant--Pipeline Canyon Trail (Maricopa Co.)1 observed

Wilson's Warbler

Cardellina pusilla

3/4/2026Rio Vista Community Park/Riparian Area1 observed

Brown-crested Flycatcher

Myiarchus tyrannulus

3/2/2026Castle Hot Springs Resort (Private Property)1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/1/2026Lake Pleasant (Yavapai Co.)2 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

3/1/2026Lake Pleasant (Yavapai Co.)1 observed

Gray Hawk

Buteo plagiatus

3/1/2026Rio Vista Community Park/Riparian Area1 observed

Glaucous Gull

Larus hyperboreus

2/27/2026Lake Pleasant--Two Cow Cove1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

2/25/2026Castle Hot Springs Resort (Private Property)

Lewis's Woodpecker

Melanerpes lewis

2/24/2026Anthem Community Park1 observed

Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

2/22/2026Arrowhead Lake1 observed

Horned Grebe

Podiceps auritus

2/20/2026Lake Pleasant (Maricopa Co.)1 observed

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 Morgan City Wash for birding?
The best months to visit Morgan City Wash for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Morgan City Wash?
Notable species at Morgan City Wash include Cactus Wren, Greater Roadrunner, Gambel's Quail, Curve-billed Thrasher, Phainopepla. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Morgan City Wash?
Birding at Morgan City Wash is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Morgan City Wash?
Morgan City Wash offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.