2024_Chandler Official Visitors Guide

Bird Watchers,
UNITE!
Thanks to its diverse and
abundant range of bird
species, Chandler attracts
bird watchers from
around the globe. If you
have an appreciation for
our winged friends, there
are a number of places
you can spot local and
migratory birds found in
the area.
A favorite place among
bird watchers is Veterans
Oasis Park, home to
150-plus bird species and
where the Desert Rivers
Audubon Society offers
free guided bird-watching
tours every first Saturday
of the month from
November through April.
These walks begin every
30 minutes, from 8 a.m.
until noon, and last one
hour. No special
equipment is required.
Veterans Oasis Park
Veterans Oasis Park
WHERE
CITY
MEETS THE
DESERT
Nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert,
Chandler welcomes outdoor enthusiasts with
its warm climate, breathtaking landscapes and a
myriad of recreational activities. From picturesque
hiking trails that wind through nearby mountain
ranges to tranquil parks that offer the opportunity
to be at one with nature, the city is an inviting
playground for those wanting to enjoy the great
outdoors.
For those seeking a true desert adventure, you
don’t need to leave the city to experience this
unique landscape filled with otherworldly plants
and fascinating animals. At Veterans Oasis Park,
you can encounter a variety of native flora, from
palo verde trees to desert marigolds. You also can
get up close with the iconic saguaro cactus, the
quintessential symbol of the desert found only in
the desert southwest. The park also is home to a
wide range of wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels,
lizards and snakes, as well as more than 150 bird
species.
Other Chandler parks, like Paseo Vista Recreation
Area, also offer access to hiking trails. Nearby,
South Mountain Park and San Tan Regional Park
have hiking and mountain biking trails that immerse
you in the Sonoran Desert—and reward you with
some pretty awesome views of the area.
Veterans Oasis Park
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