Tucson Bird Alliance: Southeast Arizona Birding Festival – Agua Caliente Canyon Field Trip

Located south of Tucson on the west side of the scenic Santa Rita Mountains, the habitat of Agua Caliente Canyon is typical of mid-elevation canyons in the Sky Island mountain ranges of southeastern Arizona. Species seen in previous years include Arizona Woodpecker, Coppery-tailed Trogon, Bushtit, Virginia’s Warbler, and Varied Bunting. Limited to 9 participants.

Difficulty:  Hard. Total round trip hiking distance about 3 miles. We will be away from the vehicle for around 3 hours. The trail is hot, of uneven tread, and steep. Bring at least 2 liters of water. No bathroom on-site, prepare for backcountry experience. Drive time to final location approximately 75 minutes.

Van Field Trip*

Part of the Tucson Bird Alliance’s Southeast Arizona Birding Festival.

There is a $35 non-refundable registration fee for all festival participants that are attending fee based activities: field trips, workshops, and evening programs.

*Van field trips include van transportation, but “Drive Yourself” field trips do not.  A packed lunch, snacks, and drinking water are provided on full-day field trips. A light snack and drinking water are provided on half-day field trips. All Van Trips depart from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at Reid Park. “Drive Yourself” field trips will meet on-site at birding locations and you will received detailed directions.