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Birding Near Phoenix, AZ

28 birding locations within 50 miles

Arizona · United States

28

Locations

58+

Species

8

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Phoenix

Desert birding habitat

Arizona

1.8 mi away

Moderate

Rio Salado Project

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 236 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

7.3 mi away

Moderate

Phoenix Zoo

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 220 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

9.0 mi away

Moderate

Tempe Town Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 206 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

11.2 mi away

Moderate

McCormick Ranch - Camelback Lake (Chart House)

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 209 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
An aerial view of a winding road in the desert

Arizona

13.3 mi away

Moderate

Glendale Recharge Ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 299 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

14.3 mi away

Moderate

Base and Meridian WA

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 282 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

16.8 mi away

Moderate

Neely Ranch Riparian Preserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Mountain birding habitat

Arizona

18.3 mi away

Easy

Estrella Mountain Regional Park

Mountain birding hotspot in Arizona with 228 recorded species.

MountainUrban ParkFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

19.0 mi away

Moderate

Riggs and Price Rds. ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 226 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
a river running through a canyon surrounded by mountains

Arizona

20.5 mi away

Moderate

Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 333 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

21.8 mi away

Moderate

Gilbert and Chandler Heights Rds. pond

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 225 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

Arizona

22.9 mi away

Easy

Veterans Oasis Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Arizona with 255 recorded species.

Urban ParkFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

Arizona

23.1 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Granite Reef Recreation Area

Coastal birding hotspot in Arizona with 280 recorded species.

CoastalRiver/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

24.6 mi away

Moderate

Higley and Ocotillo Rds. ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 257 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

25.6 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Coon Bluff Recreation Area

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 245 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

27.0 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Goldfield Recreation Area

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 206 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

29.1 mi away

Moderate

Morgan City Wash

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 266 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

30.9 mi away

Moderate

Jewel of the Creek Preserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 200 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

31.1 mi away

Moderate

Lake Pleasant

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 237 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

31.4 mi away

Moderate

Box Bar Recreation Site

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 223 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

31.4 mi away

Moderate

Needle Rock Recreation Area

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 223 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

32.1 mi away

Moderate

Saguaro Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 207 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

Arizona

33.4 mi away

Moderate

Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in Arizona with 232 recorded species.

CoastalLakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

36.0 mi away

Moderate

Lower River Road Ponds

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 219 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

37.8 mi away

Moderate

Seven Springs Recreation Area

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

Arizona

42.6 mi away

Moderate

Arlington Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in Arizona with 234 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

45.5 mi away

Moderate

Beeline Highway - Sunflower

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
a scenic view of a mountain range with a clear blue sky

Arizona

48.9 mi away

Moderate

Hassayampa River Preserve (closed Mon/Tue)

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 297 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter

Top Species Near Phoenix

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

American WigeonMallardGambel's QuailRock PigeonEurasian Collared-DoveNorthern ShovelerGadwallRedheadRing-necked DuckBald EagleDouble-crested CormorantGreen-winged TealZone-tailed HawkCanada GooseCinnamon TealInca DoveWhite-winged DoveAmerican KestrelEuropean StarlingNorthern MockingbirdBlue-winged TealMourning DoveAnna's HummingbirdGila WoodpeckerLoggerhead Shrike+33 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Desert11 locations
Chaparral11 locations
River/Riparian8 locations
Lake6 locations
Urban Park2 locations
Coastal2 locations
Mountain1 location
Wetland1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring28 locations
Fall28 locations
Winter28 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Phoenix, AZ?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Phoenix include Rio Salado Project, Phoenix Zoo, Tempe Town Lake, McCormick Ranch - Camelback Lake (Chart House), Glendale Recharge Ponds. These spots offer desert, chaparral, lake habitats.
What birds can I see near Phoenix?▼
Birders near Phoenix can spot species including American Wigeon, Mallard, Gambel's Quail, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, Redhead. The area's 8 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Phoenix?▼
The best seasons for birding near Phoenix are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Phoenix?▼
There are 28 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Phoenix, AZ, ranging from 1.8 to 48.9 miles from the city center.

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