Sweetwater Wetlands
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The Sweetwater Wetlands is a water treatment facility and a urban wildlife habitat located off of Sweetwater Drive, just north of Prince Road, and just west of I-10, easily accessible from the east or west sides of Tucson. It is open to the public 7 days a week for self guided tours. The Tucson Audubon Society sponsors walking tours on Wednesday mornings. Start times vary by season, see the Audubon Website for specifics.
It is an easy walk around the site. Note that dogs and bicycles are not allowed on the walkways. |
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The wetlands were built as part of an advanced sewage treatment and water recharge system by the City of Tucson, Tucson Water. Currently it serves both aquifer recharge functions and natural wetlands, and is home to many critters, including a vast variety of birds. Because of the variety of vegetation, from reeds to tall trees, the wetlands is a friendly spot for waterfowl and song birds.
There is ample parking off of Sweetwater Drive, and potable water with excellent toilet facilities.
Below, Snowy Egrets in flight, October 2017.
There is ample parking off of Sweetwater Drive, and potable water with excellent toilet facilities.
Below, Snowy Egrets in flight, October 2017.
