Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon

Arizona · Southwest

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Habitat

Canyon

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Challenging

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 232 species recorded on eBird. This canyon habitat attracts Eurasian Collared-Dove, Black Phoebe, and Common Raven among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Eurasian Collared-Dove Black Phoebe Common Raven Pygmy Nuthatch Dark-eyed Junco

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Flicker (Yellow-shafted x Red-shafted)

Colaptes auratus

5/31/2026Aspen Corner1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/30/2026Home1 observed

Bank Swallow

Riparia riparia

5/30/2026Kachina Wetlands1 observed

American Barn Owl

Tyto furcata

5/29/2026San Francisco wash3 observed

American Redstart

Setophaga ruticilla

5/24/2026Swiss Manor1 observed

Common Loon

Gavia immer

5/24/2026Ashurst Lake1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

5/22/2026Walnut Canyon Lakes1 observed

Hermit Warbler

Setophaga occidentalis

5/19/2026Oak Creek Canyon--Pine Flat CG1 observed

Mexican Duck

Anas diazi

5/19/2026Kachina Wetlands1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

35/31/2026

Mourning Dove

15/31/2026

Virginia Rail

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/31/2026

Turkey Vulture

55/31/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

25/31/2026

Black Phoebe

45/31/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Cassin's Kingbird

25/31/2026

Steller's Jay

15/31/2026

Common Raven

25/31/2026

Mountain Chickadee

25/31/2026

Tree Swallow

55/31/2026

Purple Martin

45/31/2026

Barn Swallow

15/31/2026

Western Bluebird

15/31/2026

American Robin

45/31/2026

House Finch

25/31/2026

Chipping Sparrow

25/31/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for echoing calls of Canyon Wren and other canyon specialties.
2
Check rocky ledges and cliff faces for nesting raptors.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon for birding?▼

The best months to visit Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon?▼

Notable species at Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon include Eurasian Collared-Dove, Black Phoebe, Common Raven, Pygmy Nuthatch, Dark-eyed Junco. The area supports canyon habitats.

How difficult is birding at Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon?▼

Birding at Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon is rated as Challenging. The terrain can be challenging and may require good physical fitness and preparation.

What amenities are available at Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon?▼

Rio de Flag - Picture Canyon offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.