Urban Park birding habitat

Payson - Green Valley Park

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Payson - Green Valley Park is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Snow Goose, Canada Goose, and American Wigeon 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

Hairy Woodpecker

Leuconotopicus villosus

6/1/2026Slate Creek Divide (Maricopa Co.)1 observed

Mexican Jay

Aphelocoma wollweberi

6/1/2026Slate Creek Divide (Maricopa Co.)3 observed

Grace's Warbler

Setophaga graciae

6/1/2026Slate Creek Divide--FR-201A (Maricopa Co.)1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

6/1/2026Slate Creek Divide (Maricopa Co.)2 observed

Bushtit

Psaltriparus minimus

6/1/2026Slate Creek Divide (Maricopa Co.)7 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

5/31/2026Payson--Green Valley Park1 observed

Snow Goose

Anser caerulescens

5/27/2026Green Valley Park, Payson US-AZ (34.2322,-111.3444)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

125/31/2026

Mallard

45/31/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

15/31/2026

Mourning Dove

35/31/2026

Black-chinned Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/31/2026

Osprey

25/31/2026

Acorn Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Peregrine Falcon

15/31/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Black Phoebe

45/31/2026

Say's Phoebe

15/31/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

15/31/2026

Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay

25/31/2026

Common Raven

15/31/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

15/31/2026

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 Payson - Green Valley Park for birding?
The best months to visit Payson - Green Valley Park for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Payson - Green Valley Park?
Notable species at Payson - Green Valley Park include Snow Goose, Canada Goose, American Wigeon, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Payson - Green Valley Park?
Birding at Payson - Green Valley Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Payson - Green Valley Park?
Payson - Green Valley Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.