Plan Your Visit To This Amazing Bird Sanctuary In New Mexico As Soon As You Can

The beauty of nature surrounds us here in New Mexico, and we can't think of a better way to spend a day than at a beautiful Audubon Center and sanctuary. The Randall Davey Audubon Center in Santa Fe is the perfect place to go if you want to see tons of beautiful birds in their natural habitats.

Welcome to the Randall Davey Audubon Center! This education center and refuge is nestled at the mouth of Santa Fe Canyon, and it's absolutely beautiful.

Address: 1800 Upper Canyon Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87505

The education center, historic Randall Davey home, New Mexico Audubon offices, and nature preserve sit on 135 acres that you're welcome to explore free of charge. You may wish to make a small donation to the Audubon Center during your visit.

Explore the sanctuary's hiking trail system to immerse yourself in the beauty of this place.

Bring your camera and binoculars to see as many as 190 bird species. From tiny hummingbirds...

...to large wild turkeys, witnessing these birds in their natural habitat is a real treat.

During your exploration, keep an eye out for birds everywhere. Look down on the ground...

...and up in the trees. Nature's beauty is all around you here.

Birds aren't the only creatures you'll encounter at this sanctuary. Keep an eye out for chipmunks, squirrels, rabbits, and other small mammals.

You might even see some larger mammals, too. Deer are common, and some visitors even catch a glimpse of black bears.

You'll want to take the tour of the Randall Davey House and Studio every Friday at 2 p.m.. The docent who leads this tour tells you all about the history of this carefully-preserved home built in the mid 1900s. You'll see beautiful murals and artworks...

...and even get a peek at the hidden Prohibition-era bar!

Visit the Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Because this place is a sanctuary for birds and animals, please leave your own pets home.

Learn more about this special place on the Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary's website, and visit its Facebook page to see the latest events and other news.

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