Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival 2026

Friday, April 24, 2026 3:00 PM - Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:00 AM (MST)

Description

Join us 100 miles north of Phoenix in North Central Arizona’s Verde Valley for the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival. Experience birding during the height of spring migration at Dead Horse Ranch State Park on the banks of the Verde River. Close proximity to the Verde, Oak Creek, Sycamore Creek, and other perennial waters offers a wide selection of guided tours, hikes, and workshops in one of Arizona’s richest birding habitats. Our experienced guides have extensive knowledge of birds and the unique habitat that makes this region special.
Dead Horse Ranch State Park
675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd
Cottonwood, 86326
Event Contact
Friends of the Verde River
Friday, April 24, 2026 3:00 PM - Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:00 AM (MST)
Wednesday, April 24: 3:00pm - 6:00pm Thursday, April 25: 5:30am - 4:00pm Friday, April 26: 5:30am - 3:30pm & at keynote 4:30pm - 5:30pm Saturday, April 27: 5:30am - 4:00pm Sunday, April 28: 5:30am - 8:00am
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