Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course

Arizona · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course is a productive birding destination in Arizona, with 338 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Snow 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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/4/2026Willcox--Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course14 observed

Bendire's Thrasher

Toxostoma bendirei

3/4/2026Willcox--Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course1 observed

Snow x Ross's Goose (hybrid)

Anser caerulescens x rossii

3/1/2026Willcox--Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course1 observed

Barn Swallow

Hirundo rustica

2/28/2026Willcox--Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

2/27/2026Faria Dairy pond (access restricted since 2016)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Snow Goose

13/6/2026

Cinnamon Teal

13/6/2026

Northern Shoveler

13/6/2026

American Wigeon

13/6/2026

Northern Pintail

13/6/2026

American Coot

13/6/2026

Killdeer

13/6/2026

Song Sparrow

13/6/2026

Gadwall

103/5/2026

Green-winged Teal

63/5/2026

Ruddy Duck

23/5/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Sandhill Crane

503/5/2026

Long-billed Dowitcher

33/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

23/5/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

43/5/2026

Ross's Goose

23/4/2026

Mallard

43/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

63/4/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

  4. 4

    Bird activity peaks at dawn in desert habitats; arrive at first light for the best sightings.

  5. 5

    A spotting scope is essential here — many waterbirds stay far from shore and are difficult to identify with binoculars alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course for birding?
The best months to visit Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course?
Notable species at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course include Snow Goose, Cinnamon Teal, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Northern Pintail, Green-winged Teal, Ruddy Duck, Mourning Dove, American Coot, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course?
Birding at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course?
There is no entrance fee at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course?
Willcox - Lake Cochise and Twin Lakes Golf Course offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.