Santa Cruz River - Ina Road

Arizona · Southwest

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Habitat

River/Riparian

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Santa Cruz River - Ina Road is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 235 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, American Wigeon, and Mourning Dove among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Cinnamon Teal American Wigeon Mourning Dove Anna's Hummingbird Sora

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

6/1/2026Arthur Pack Regional Park1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

6/1/2026Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)1 observed

Marsh Wren

Cistothorus palustris

6/1/2026Sweetwater Wetlands1 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

6/1/20262 miles north of downtown2 observed

Tricolored Heron

Egretta tricolor

6/1/2026Arthur Pack Regional Park1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

6/1/2026Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)1 observed

Lark Sparrow

Chondestes grammacus

6/1/2026Agua Nueva Park (was Roger Road WRF)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

26/1/2026

Lesser Scaup

16/1/2026

Ruddy Duck

166/1/2026

White-winged Dove

26/1/2026

Mourning Dove

26/1/2026

Lesser Nighthawk

36/1/2026

American Coot

16/1/2026

Neotropic Cormorant

26/1/2026

Brown-crested Flycatcher

26/1/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

46/1/2026

Northern Mockingbird

16/1/2026

Abert's Towhee

16/1/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

166/1/2026

Gambel's Quail

46/1/2026

Gila Woodpecker

36/1/2026

Verdin

26/1/2026

Cactus Wren

46/1/2026

House Sparrow

86/1/2026

House Finch

116/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

36/1/2026

Birding Tips

1
Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.
2
Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.
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 Santa Cruz River - Ina Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Santa Cruz River - Ina Road for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Santa Cruz River - Ina Road?▼

Notable species at Santa Cruz River - Ina Road include Cinnamon Teal, American Wigeon, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Sora. The area supports river/riparian habitats.

How difficult is birding at Santa Cruz River - Ina Road?▼

Birding at Santa Cruz River - Ina Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Santa Cruz River - Ina Road?▼

Santa Cruz River - Ina Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.