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| − | + | Located in the far SE corner of Arizona, Madera Canyon is a world-famous birding destination. It is located in the Santa Rita mountains, a relatively moist area for southern Arizona due to altitude; snow collects on the higher peaks to form streams and create a mixed forest with abundant pine and oak trees. Its popularity results not only from the number and variety of birds that gather here, but undoubtedly from the fact that it is just across the border from Mexico, and thus is home to many species more common to the south. Americans who might hesitate to travel across the border can find excellent birding here in a more familiar culture and with a climate that is attractive in winter. There are many other canyons in the area that attract the same birds, but this one has easy access, has several lodges catering to birders, and has trails and public facilities managed by the US Forest Service. The other canyons are heavily grazed and often privately owned. | |
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* [http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/forest/recreation/camping/sites/madera.shtml Coronado NF: Madera Canyon] | * [http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/forest/recreation/camping/sites/madera.shtml Coronado NF: Madera Canyon] | ||
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Overview
Located in the far SE corner of Arizona, Madera Canyon is a world-famous birding destination. It is located in the Santa Rita mountains, a relatively moist area for southern Arizona due to altitude; snow collects on the higher peaks to form streams and create a mixed forest with abundant pine and oak trees. Its popularity results not only from the number and variety of birds that gather here, but undoubtedly from the fact that it is just across the border from Mexico, and thus is home to many species more common to the south. Americans who might hesitate to travel across the border can find excellent birding here in a more familiar culture and with a climate that is attractive in winter. There are many other canyons in the area that attract the same birds, but this one has easy access, has several lodges catering to birders, and has trails and public facilities managed by the US Forest Service. The other canyons are heavily grazed and often privately owned.
Birds
Notable Species
This is one of the best spots to find several hummingbird species more common in Mexico.
Rarities
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Check-list
Birds you can see here include:
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Other Wildlife
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Site Information
History and Use
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Areas of Interest
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Access and Facilities
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Contact Details
Coronado National Forest.
