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

Lucifer Hummingbird

Calothorax lucifer

4/16/2026Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary (closed Thursday morning)1 observed

Flame-colored Tanager

Piranga bidentata

4/16/2026Miller Canyon Trail2 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

4/16/2026Weissler Yard, Hereford1 observed

Rufous-winged Sparrow

Peucaea carpalis

4/16/20266114 E Calle de la Almendra, Hereford US-AZ 31.45675, -110.220491 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

14/16/2026

White-winged Dove

14/16/2026

Mourning Dove

64/16/2026

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

24/16/2026

Gray Hawk

14/16/2026

Gila Woodpecker

34/16/2026

Black Phoebe

34/16/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

24/16/2026

Bell's Vireo

24/16/2026

Northern House Wren

14/16/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/16/2026

House Finch

34/16/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

14/16/2026

Song Sparrow

64/16/2026

Abert's Towhee

24/16/2026

Common Yellowthroat

14/16/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler

14/16/2026

Summer Tanager

14/16/2026

Mexican Duck

14/15/2026

Gambel's Quail

4/15/2026

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.