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Birding Near Glendale, AZ

29 birding locations within 50 miles

Arizona · United States

29

Locations

58+

Species

8

Habitats

3

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Glendale

An aerial view of a winding road in the desert

Arizona

5.9 mi away

Moderate

Glendale Recharge Ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 299 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

10.4 mi away

Moderate

Rio Salado Project

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 236 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

13.1 mi away

Moderate

Base and Meridian WA

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 282 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

15.0 mi away

Moderate

Phoenix Zoo

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 220 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

15.1 mi away

Moderate

McCormick Ranch - Camelback Lake (Chart House)

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 209 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Mountain birding habitat

Arizona

15.6 mi away

Easy

Estrella Mountain Regional Park

Mountain birding hotspot in Arizona with 228 recorded species.

MountainUrban ParkFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

17.0 mi away

Moderate

Tempe Town Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 206 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

21.1 mi away

Moderate

Morgan City Wash

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 266 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

23.1 mi away

Moderate

Lake Pleasant

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 237 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

25.4 mi away

Moderate

Neely Ranch Riparian Preserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

27.3 mi away

Moderate

Jewel of the Creek Preserve

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 200 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

27.8 mi away

Moderate

Riggs and Price Rds. ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 226 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
a river running through a canyon surrounded by mountains

Arizona

28.8 mi away

Moderate

Riparian Preserve at Gilbert Water Ranch

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 333 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

Arizona

29.1 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Granite Reef Recreation Area

Coastal birding hotspot in Arizona with 280 recorded species.

CoastalRiver/RiparianFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

30.8 mi away

Moderate

Gilbert and Chandler Heights Rds. pond

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 225 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

31.1 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Coon Bluff Recreation Area

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 245 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

31.5 mi away

Moderate

Lower River Road Ponds

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 219 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Urban Park birding habitat

Arizona

31.9 mi away

Easy

Veterans Oasis Park

Urban Park birding hotspot in Arizona with 255 recorded species.

Urban ParkFallWinter
River/Riparian birding habitat

Arizona

32.5 mi away

Moderate

Salt River - Goldfield Recreation Area

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 206 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

33.1 mi away

Moderate

Needle Rock Recreation Area

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 223 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

33.4 mi away

Moderate

Box Bar Recreation Site

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 223 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

33.4 mi away

Moderate

Higley and Ocotillo Rds. ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 257 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

34.9 mi away

Moderate

Seven Springs Recreation Area

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Lake birding habitat

Arizona

37.4 mi away

Moderate

Saguaro Lake

Lake birding hotspot in Arizona with 207 recorded species.

LakeFallWinter
Coastal birding habitat

Arizona

38.7 mi away

Moderate

Saguaro Lake - Butcher Jones Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in Arizona with 232 recorded species.

CoastalLakeFallWinter
Wetland birding habitat

Arizona

39.0 mi away

Moderate

Arlington Wildlife Area

Wetland birding hotspot in Arizona with 234 recorded species.

WetlandFallWinter
a scenic view of a mountain range with a clear blue sky

Arizona

40.0 mi away

Moderate

Hassayampa River Preserve (closed Mon/Tue)

River/Riparian birding hotspot in Arizona with 297 recorded species.

River/RiparianFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

44.5 mi away

Moderate

Wickenburg - Secret Ponds

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 209 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter
Desert birding habitat

Arizona

47.2 mi away

Moderate

Beeline Highway - Sunflower

Desert birding hotspot in Arizona with 202 recorded species.

DesertChaparralFallWinter

Top Species Near Glendale

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Northern ShovelerAmerican WigeonMallardGreen-winged TealRedheadRock PigeonEurasian Collared-DoveInca DoveWhite-winged DoveAmerican KestrelEuropean StarlingNorthern MockingbirdGambel's QuailBlue-winged TealCinnamon TealMourning DoveAnna's HummingbirdGadwallRing-necked DuckZone-tailed HawkCanada GooseGila WoodpeckerLoggerhead ShrikeVerdinBald Eagle+33 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Desert12 locations
Chaparral12 locations
River/Riparian8 locations
Lake6 locations
Urban Park2 locations
Coastal2 locations
Mountain1 location
Wetland1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring29 locations
Fall29 locations
Winter29 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Glendale, AZ?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Glendale include Glendale Recharge Ponds, Rio Salado Project, Base and Meridian WA, Phoenix Zoo, McCormick Ranch - Camelback Lake (Chart House). These spots offer desert, chaparral, lake habitats.
What birds can I see near Glendale?▼
Birders near Glendale can spot species including Northern Shoveler, American Wigeon, Mallard, Green-winged Teal, Redhead, Rock Pigeon, Eurasian Collared-Dove, Inca Dove. The area's 8 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Glendale?▼
The best seasons for birding near Glendale are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Glendale?▼
There are 29 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Glendale, AZ, ranging from 5.9 to 47.2 miles from the city center.

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