Bird Walk | Cave Springs Campground

Join us for a beautiful morning of birding in Oak Creek Canyon, where towering canyon walls, flowing water, and lush vegetation create one of the most diverse bird habitats in Northern Arizona. May is an excellent time to visit, with spring migrants and breeding birds filling the canyon with color and song—making this a rewarding outing for birders of all experience levels.

Meeting Point: Parking lot immediately to the right of the entrance road OR meet at the Bashas in Flagstaff (see below) and carpool.
Directions: From Sedona, drive north on Highway 89A into Oak Creek Canyon. Turn into Cave Springs Campground (look for signage). From Flagstaff, park at the Bashas Supermarket on Woodlands Blvd (on the left side of the store facing Woodlands). We'll carpool from there to the campground. 

What to Bring: Water, snacks, binoculars, camera, sturdy shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing

About the Location: Cave Springs Campground sits along Oak Creek in a shaded canyon setting with a mix of riparian habitat and canyon forest. This combination attracts a wide variety of species, especially during spring migration. Expect birds such as raptors, passerines, maybe even an American Dipper, along with year-round canyon residents. We will walk approximately 1.5 miles on relatively easy trails.

Questions: Tom Linda, (928) 864-9047 or roughlegged@gmail.com

Join the Flock!

This bird walk is hosted by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting birds and the habitats they rely on across Northern Arizona. Everyone is welcome! If you enjoy our events, please consider supporting our work by becoming a member, making a donation, or signing up for our newsletter.