San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge

Arizona · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 273 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mexican Duck, White-winged Dove, and Great Blue Heron among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mexican Duck White-winged Dove Great Blue Heron Northern Harrier Red-tailed Hawk

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Flame-colored Tanager

Piranga bidentata

5/27/2026Miller Canyon--Beatty's Guest Ranch1 observed

Lucifer Hummingbird

Calothorax lucifer

5/27/2026Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary (closed Thursday morning)1 observed

Calliope Hummingbird

Selasphorus calliope

5/27/2026Miller Canyon--Beatty's Guest Ranch1 observed

American Wigeon

Mareca americana

5/27/2026Sierra Vista Golf Center at Pueblo del Sol1 observed

Hooded Warbler

Setophaga citrina

5/26/2026Hunter Canyon Trail (FR 4786; no R-C Warblers here)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mexican Duck

35/26/2026

Gambel's Quail

25/26/2026

Common Ground Dove

45/26/2026

White-winged Dove

95/26/2026

Mourning Dove

115/26/2026

Lesser Nighthawk

15/26/2026

White-throated Swift

15/26/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

15/26/2026

Turkey Vulture

35/26/2026

Gray Hawk

15/26/2026

Swainson's Hawk

15/26/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

15/26/2026

Gila Woodpecker

85/26/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

25/26/2026

Northern Flicker

45/26/2026

American Kestrel

15/26/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

25/26/2026

Black Phoebe

25/26/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

115/26/2026

Ash-throated Flycatcher

25/26/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
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 San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge for birding?▼

The best months to visit San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge?▼

Notable species at San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge include Mexican Duck, White-winged Dove, Great Blue Heron, Northern Harrier, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge?▼

Birding at San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge?▼

San Pedro RNCA - Hereford Bridge offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.