Sedona Wetlands Preserve

Wastewater becomes the new life water for bird species in many spots of Arizona. NAAS's Sedona Wetlands Sanctuary is one of those life-giving wetlands. It's a "Birdability" location that is meant "to share the joys of birding with people who have disabilities, and to ensure birding is accessible to everybody."  

Kachina Wetlands Preserve

Want to find a place with high diversity of both wetland and upland birds along with a stunning view of the San Francisco Peaks?  Located 10 minutes south of Flagstaff is this “global hotspot” which is one of the most birded spots within NAAS's boundaries.  It is also the top eBird hotspot in Coconino County, which is saying a lot because it's the third largest county in America. World-class Flagstaff birders have found 247 species and are often rewarded with rare birds; such as, American and Least Bittern, Sabine's Gull, Greater White-fronted Goose, Short-billed Dowitcher and many more. 

Bubbling Ponds Preserve

This Sanctuary has two unique parts that straddle Oak Creek:  The bubbling ponds with adjoining mesquite bosque, and the state’s largest cold-water fish production facility located across the river at 1600 N Page Springs Rd. Monarch Butterfly enthusiasts created and maintain the Monarch Waystation. This habitat is included in the Important Bird Area of Lower Oak Creek. Bubbling Ponds Preserve offers outstanding wildlife viewing with reports of River Otter, Mountain Lion and 263 species of birds to date.

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