Overview

• Sweetwater Wetlands Park spans 60 acres in the Tucson desert

• Offers a shady, scenic stroll around ponds and wetlands

• Features over 2.5 miles of pathways for visitors

• Located an easy drive from central Tucson

• Considered Tucson’s best wetland birding site

Parking, Restrooms & Amenities

• Accessible parking and restrooms at the trailhead

• Includes jetties and ramadas for viewing deep and shallow waters

• Benches and interpretive signs throughout for educational exploration

• Visitors can take a self-guided educational tour or guided birding tours: https://tucsonbirds.org/field-trips/

• Dogs, horses, and bicycles are prohibited to preserve the tranquil environment

Trail Route

• 0.25-mile paved loop for easy, accessible walking

• Additional packed-granite pathways forming a larger network

• A few short dirt trails lead through secluded riparian habitats

• Offers multiple route options to suit different preferences and abilities