Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only)

Arizona · Southwest

ModerateOfficial Site View on eBird

Habitat

DesertChaparral

Best Seasons

FallWinterSpring

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily

About This Location

Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 277 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Mallard, Mexican Duck, and Inca Dove among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Mallard Mexican Duck Inca Dove Mourning Dove Broad-billed Hummingbird Rivoli's Hummingbird Acorn Woodpecker Mexican Jay Bridled Titmouse White-breasted Nuthatch Dark-eyed Junco Yellow-eyed Junco

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

3/5/2026Madera Canyon--Amphitheater1 observed

Lawrence's Goldfinch

Spinus lawrencei

3/5/2026Anza Trail--Tubac15 observed

Hooded Oriole

Icterus cucullatus

3/5/20261803 Abeja Court, Rio Rico, Arizona, US-Personal Residence2 observed

Inca Dove

Columbina inca

3/5/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge2 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

3/5/2026Market Circle, Tubac, Arizona, US (31.605, -111.045)1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

3/5/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

White-throated Sparrow

Zonotrichia albicollis

3/5/2026Arivaca Lake1 observed

Scott's Oriole

Icterus parisorum

3/5/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge1 observed

Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes uropygialis

3/5/2026Madera Canyon--Santa Rita Lodge1 observed

Crested Caracara

Caracara plancus

3/5/2026Canoa Ranch Conservation Park1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mexican Duck

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

13/5/2026

Broad-billed Hummingbird

33/5/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/5/2026

Green Kingfisher

23/5/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

13/5/2026

Black Phoebe

23/5/2026

Common Raven

13/5/2026

Bewick's Wren

43/5/2026

House Finch

23/5/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

83/5/2026

Song Sparrow

23/5/2026

Orange-crowned Warbler

23/5/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

53/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Mallard

13/4/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

13/4/2026

Northern Flicker

13/4/2026

Vermilion Flycatcher

53/4/2026

Bridled Titmouse

13/4/2026

Birding Tips

1
Start birding at dawn when desert birds are most active before the heat.
2
Check around water sources, which concentrate desert species.
3
Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.
4
Check eBird hotspot data before visiting to see recent sightings and what species are being reported.
5
Bring quality optics — a good pair of binoculars (8x42 or 10x42) makes all the difference in species identification.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

Nearby Attractions

Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Santa Cruz River
Reid Park

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Birding Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Fall Bird Migration: Hawks, Sparrows, and Confusing Plumages

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How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Yard: Feeders, Nectar, and Native Plants

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Understanding Bird Migration: When, Where, and Why Birds Migrate

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) for birding?▼

The best months to visit Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.

What birds can I see at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only)?▼

Notable species at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) include Mallard, Mexican Duck, Inca Dove, Mourning Dove, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Rivoli's Hummingbird, Acorn Woodpecker, Mexican Jay, Bridled Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, Dark-eyed Junco, Yellow-eyed Junco. The area supports desert, chaparral habitats.

How difficult is birding at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only)?▼

Birding at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

Is there an entrance fee at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only)?▼

There is no entrance fee at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only). Hours: Open daily.

What amenities are available at Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only)?▼

Santa Gertrudis Lane (foot access only) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.