Sedona Wetlands Preserve

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
DesertChaparral
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Sedona Wetlands Preserve is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 276 species recorded on eBird. This desert and chaparral habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Gadwall 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

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/5/2026Page Springs Fish Hatchery--Bubbling Ponds Preserve1 observed

Anna's x Costa's Hummingbird (hybrid)

Calypte anna x costae

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

Rock Pigeon

Columba livia

3/4/202620 Concho Way, Village of Oak Creek US-AZ 34.78546, -111.752781 observed

Common Poorwill

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii

3/1/2026Fay Canyon Trail3 observed

Broad-tailed Hummingbird

Selasphorus platycercus

2/28/2026Backyard Birding Sedona (private)1 observed

Black-chinned Sparrow

Spizella atrogularis

2/28/2026Schnebly Hill Road1 observed

Verdin

Auriparus flaviceps

2/28/2026Oak Creek--Chavez Crossing1 observed

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

2/27/2026Quail Springs Ranch Rd -- Cottonwood (approximate- private residence)1 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

2/27/2026Sedona Wetlands Preserve1 observed

Swamp Sparrow

Melospiza georgiana

2/27/2026Sedona Wetlands Preserve, Sedona US-AZ 34.83105, -111.897771 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

53/4/2026

Northern Shoveler

123/4/2026

Gadwall

33/4/2026

Mallard

63/4/2026

Bufflehead

23/4/2026

Ruddy Duck

133/4/2026

American Coot

123/4/2026

Killdeer

13/4/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

33/4/2026

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

13/4/2026

Black Phoebe

13/4/2026

Northern Rough-winged Swallow

23/4/2026

House Finch

43/4/2026

Lesser Goldfinch

23/4/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

33/4/2026

Spotted Towhee

23/4/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

163/4/2026

Great-tailed Grackle

33/4/2026

Lesser Scaup

33/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/4/2026

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