Aerial view of Rio Salado Audubon Center. Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon

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Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center

A vibrant space for wildlife, scenic trails, and community programs in the heart of Phoenix.

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Aerial view of Rio Salado Audubon Center. Photo: Luke Franke/Audubon

Discover adventure, birds, and how to make a difference at an Audubon center.

3131 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Center:

Closed

Trails:

Open Hours: 7:00am - Sunset

Discover the beauty of the Sonoran Desert at the Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center. Just two miles from downtown Phoenix, our center welcomes visitors to explore scenic trails, spot native birds, and enjoy free community programs. Come experience where nature, learning, and adventure meet in the heart of the city.

The center is open Tuesday-Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Even when we are closed, the birds are still here! Hiking and bike trails all around Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area are open for free, seven days a week, 365 days a year, from dawn to dusk.

Rio Salado Audubon Center Photo: Danny Roper-Jones/ Audubon Southwest

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Check out our indoor exhibits, borrow binoculars, and more!

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Check out some of our programs, community events, or other ways to get involved at the center.

Looking through Microscope Photo: Danny RJ/ Audubon Southwest

Education Programs

Looking through scope at Rio Salado Photo: Juliana Gomez/Audubon Southwest

Bird and Nature Walks

Mujeres Show Photo: Danny RJ/ Audubon Southwest

Facility Rentals

Burrowing owl workday Photo: Luke Franke

Conservation Volunteer Days

Upcoming Events

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Guided Nature Walks

Apr

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Audubon Southwest

Guided Nature Walks

Phoenix, AZ

Join us for a peaceful and mindful walk through the Rio Salado habitat. Together, we’ll explore the trails, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature...

Birding & Community Science In-Person

Desert Rivers Audubon: Phon D Sutton, Salt River

Apr

7:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Audubon Community Chapters

Desert Rivers Audubon: Phon D Sutton, Salt River

Mesa, AZ

**This popular site where the Salt and Verde Rivers meet** east of Mesa has stands of cottonwood and mesquite along the river and distinct desert...

Art, Culture & Community In-Person

Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Potluck Presentations

Apr

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Audubon Southwest

Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch Potluck Presentations

Elgin, AZ

Join us for Potluck Presentations at the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch! Bring a dish and enjoy presentations delivered by local science and...

Education & Workshops In-Person

Earth Day Festival at Rio Salado

Apr

7:45 AM - 2:00 PM

Audubon Southwest

Earth Day Festival at Rio Salado

Phoenix, AZ

#### Early Bird Habitat Restoration Activity 7:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. #### Main Festival 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. #### Celebrate Earth Day with us...

Conservation & Habitat Restoration In-Person

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Days at Rio Salado

Apr

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Audubon Southwest

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Days at Rio Salado

Phoenix, AZ

Spend a few weekend hours helping Audubon help birds at the Rio Salado Audubon Center in South Phoenix. Work varies throughout the year and...

Art, Culture & Community In-Person

Saturday Morning Guided Birding

Apr

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Audubon Southwest

Saturday Morning Guided Birding

Phoenix, AZ

Join our local bird enthusiasts for a guided bird walk through the Rio Salado habitat! These walks are for everyone: experts, novices, and people who...

Birding & Community Science In-Person

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Days at Rio Salado