Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 203 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mallard, Lesser Scaup, and American Coot 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

Red-breasted Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus ruber

3/4/2026NAU Campus1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

73/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

13/4/2026

American Coot

83/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/4/2026

Steller's Jay

13/4/2026

Western Bluebird

23/4/2026

House Finch

23/4/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

13/4/2026

Song Sparrow

23/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

23/3/2026

Virginia Rail

13/3/2026

Northern Flicker

43/3/2026

American Crow

43/3/2026

Common Raven

53/3/2026

American Robin

63/3/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

23/3/2026

Rock Pigeon

32/27/2026

Say's Phoebe

12/27/2026

Marsh Wren

12/27/2026

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 Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail for birding?
The best months to visit Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail?
Notable species at Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail include Mallard, Lesser Scaup, American Coot, Pied-billed Grebe, Steller's Jay. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.
How difficult is birding at Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail?
Birding at Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail?
Rio de Flag - Willow Bend/Urban Trail offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.