Birding & Petroglyphs: Picture Canyon Adventure

Birding & Petroglyphs: Picture Canyon Adventure
Sunday September 14, 2025
7:30am to 11:30am

Join us at Picture Canyon for the variety this location has to offer! Now is the time to take advantage of migration and see what surprises we can find. Possible species include a variety of sparrows, warblers, and even hummingbirds such as Rufous Hummingbird, Lincoln’s Sparrow, Green-tailed Towhee, Nashville Warbler, MacGillivray’s Warbler, and Wilson’s Warbler. Other interesting species like Sora, Belted Kingfisher, Pinyon Jay, Lazuli Bunting, and Lewis’s Woodpecker are a possibility as well. This location also offers great views of the petroglyphs!

Meeting point: We will meet in the parking area for the Picture Canyon Trailhead at 7:30am, which is found on Route 66 and N El Paso Flagstaff Rd. If taking I-40 east, take exit 204, then turn left onto Route 66, and take a right onto N El Paso Flagstaff Rd.

What to bring: Be sure to bring sunscreen, walking shoes, a hat, binoculars, and water.

About the location: Dirt trails will be sloped in some spots but is all still easy walking, and outhouses are located in the parking area. This is a larger spot with 2-3 miles of walking and can take up to 3 or 4 hours depending on how distracted we get, but there will be trails to turn back early throughout the area.

Any questions: please reach out to Abbie Brozich at 480-519-0538

This bird walk is led by the Northern Arizona Audubon Society. We’re a nonprofit protecting birds and habitats across Northern Arizona. If you enjoy these events, please support us by becoming a member, donating, or joining our newsletter. Learn more