Mammoth Sewage Ponds

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Mammoth Sewage Ponds is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Steller's Jay

Cyanocitta stelleri

3/4/2026Oracle City Park (not the state park)5 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/1/2026215-247 N. Cody Loop, Oracle Az2 observed

Wild Turkey

Meleagris gallopavo

2/25/2026Biosphere 25 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Cinnamon Teal

113/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

73/6/2026

Mallard

13/6/2026

Mexican Duck

23/6/2026

Green-winged Teal

13/6/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/6/2026

Bufflehead

73/6/2026

Gambel's Quail

23/6/2026

Mourning Dove

13/6/2026

American Coot

23/6/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/6/2026

Great Blue Heron

23/6/2026

Gila Woodpecker

23/6/2026

Black Phoebe

13/6/2026

Say's Phoebe

13/6/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

23/6/2026

Common Raven

23/6/2026

Verdin

13/6/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

33/6/2026

Black-tailed Gnatcatcher

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 Mammoth Sewage Ponds for birding?
The best months to visit Mammoth Sewage Ponds for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Mammoth Sewage Ponds?
Notable species at Mammoth Sewage Ponds include Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Ring-necked Duck, Bufflehead, Gambel's Quail. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Mammoth Sewage Ponds?
Birding at Mammoth Sewage Ponds is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Mammoth Sewage Ponds?
Mammoth Sewage Ponds offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.