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Watson Woods Riparian Preserve
The Preserve is the premiere bird-watching destination in Prescott. Bird-lists are available along with other Preserve information at the entrance kiosk. Nature study or a quiet walk amongst the cottonwoods and willows are also popular activities. The 125-acre Watson Woods Riparian Preserve is the remaining portion of what was once a 1,000-acre riparian (streamside) forest of cottonwood and willow trees! In 1995 Prescott Creeks established Watson Woods Riparian Preserve to protect and restore the cottonwood/willow riparian gallery forest found there. A 25 year, renewable lease with the City of Prescott (owner of the property) ensures long term protection and authorizes Prescott Creeks to manage Watson Woods as a riparian nature preserve. Find out more about Watson Woods Riparian Preserve, or how you can get involved!

Directions
From downtown Prescott take Hwy. 89 North for 2.2 miles. Turn right onto Prescott Lakes Parkway. Cross Granite Creek (and Watson Woods Preserve) on the new bridge. Then take a left at Sundog Ranch Rd. and immediately look for the large Prescott Peavine Trail & Watson Woods Riparian Preserve sign on the left. After parking at the trailhead, follow the trail for about 100 meters. The Preserve walk-in gate and kiosk are to the left at the sharp right-hand turn in the trail.