Spot Road Farm

Arizona · Southwest

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Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

Fall Winter Spring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Spot Road Farm is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 264 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Snow Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Redhead among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Snow Goose Cinnamon Teal Redhead Bufflehead Gambel's Quail

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Northern Parula

Setophaga americana

5/27/2026Spot Road Farm1 observed

LeConte's Thrasher

Toxostoma lecontei

5/27/2026Spot Road Farm2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Gambel's Quail

1305/27/2026

Eurasian Collared-Dove

85/27/2026

Common Ground Dove

15/27/2026

White-winged Dove

1355/27/2026

Mourning Dove

655/27/2026

Greater Roadrunner

75/27/2026

Lesser Nighthawk

15/27/2026

Black-necked Stilt

85/27/2026

Killdeer

115/27/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

45/27/2026

White-faced Ibis

55/27/2026

Western Cattle-Egret

25/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

75/27/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

25/27/2026

American Barn Owl

15/27/2026

Great Horned Owl

15/27/2026

Burrowing Owl

45/27/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

15/27/2026

Prairie Falcon

15/27/2026

Western Wood-Pewee

185/27/2026

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 Spot Road Farm for birding?▼

The best months to visit Spot Road Farm for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Spot Road Farm?▼

Notable species at Spot Road Farm include Snow Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Redhead, Bufflehead, Gambel's Quail. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Spot Road Farm?▼

Birding at Spot Road Farm is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Spot Road Farm?▼

Spot Road Farm offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.