Montosa Canyon--km 1 (culvert area)

Montosa Canyon--km 1 (culvert area)

Rio Rico Northeast, Arizona 85648

Birds of Interest

Black-capped Gnatcatcher, Five-striped Sparrow

About this Location

This lower section of Montosa Canyon and the beginning of the road up to Mount Hopkins has become well-known in recent years for one of the easiest places to find Mexican specialties Black-capped Gnatcatcher and Five-striped Sparrow. Find a place to park near the culvert and walk the road above and below it.

Features

  • Roadside viewing

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Last updated July 14, 2023