Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 246 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, and Anna's Hummingbird among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

3/6/2026Madera Canyon--Amphitheater2 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/6/2026Madera Canyon--Proctor Rd.1 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

3/6/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge2 observed

Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes uropygialis

3/6/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge2 observed

Cassin's Sparrow

Peucaea cassinii

3/6/2026Florida Wash at Madera Canyon Rd1 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

3/6/2026Canoa Ranch Conservation Park1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

3/6/2026374 Gull Ct Rio Rico Az.1 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/6/2026374 Gull Ct Rio Rico Az.1 observed

Vermilion Flycatcher

Pyrocephalus rubinus

3/6/2026Proctor Road dispersed campground4 observed

Townsend's Warbler

Setophaga townsendi

3/6/2026Madera Canyon--Carrie Nation Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

White-winged Dove

13/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

Anna's Hummingbird

13/6/2026

Broad-billed Hummingbird

23/6/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/6/2026

Cooper's Hawk

13/6/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/6/2026

Northern Flicker

13/6/2026

Black Phoebe

23/6/2026

Common Raven

33/6/2026

Verdin

13/6/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

53/6/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

33/6/2026

Bewick's Wren

33/6/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

123/6/2026

Rufous-winged Sparrow

13/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

13/6/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

63/6/2026

Northern Cardinal

13/6/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.

  2. 2

    Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) for birding?
The best months to visit Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Notable species at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) include White-winged Dove, Mourning Dove, Anna's Hummingbird, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Birding at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd)?
Anza Trail - Carmen (Clark Crossing Rd) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.