Kachina Wetlands

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Kachina Wetlands is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 260 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, and Northern Shoveler 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

Mallard x Mexican Duck (hybrid)

Anas platyrhynchos x diazi

3/4/2026Walnut Canyon Lakes1 observed

Anna's x Costa's Hummingbird (hybrid)

Calypte anna x costae

3/4/2026Oak Creek Canyon--Grasshopper Point1 observed

Red-breasted Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus ruber

3/4/2026NAU Campus1 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/1/2026Fay Canyon Trail3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

173/5/2026

Cinnamon Teal

83/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

83/5/2026

American Wigeon

93/5/2026

Mallard

473/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

543/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

93/5/2026

Bufflehead

43/5/2026

Common Goldeneye

63/5/2026

Common Merganser

133/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

63/5/2026

Virginia Rail

23/5/2026

American Coot

63/5/2026

Killdeer

23/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/5/2026

Steller's Jay

13/5/2026

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 Kachina Wetlands for birding?
The best months to visit Kachina Wetlands for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Kachina Wetlands?
Notable species at Kachina Wetlands include Canada Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Kachina Wetlands?
Birding at Kachina Wetlands is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Kachina Wetlands?
Kachina Wetlands offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.