I love this place. It is a beautiful spot in the middle of a bustling town. Its quiet and there is no lack of wildlife to enjoy! All of the walking trails are beautiful and offer both dirt, which I prefer, and flat concrete. I go here several times a week to enjoy the sunshine and nature, and its only about 15 minutes from the Tucson Mall, very convenient. Lots of trash cans though I have not seen any picnic tables. No dogs or bikes but Im not sure if thats on the concrete trail or the whole premise. No filter on these photos.

Its a wonderful 1.1 mile loop walk around a wonderfully refreshing change from the desert landscape youll usually find in Tucson. Social distancing fun the whole family can enjoy.

Nice easy, flat stroll. Wheelchair amenable, too. 4+ stars.

A wonderful oasis in the middle of Tucson. Tons of wildlife here—birds to watch and listen to, turtles, even bobcats and snakes hang out here. Great for a peaceful walk or to bring your camera/binoculars.

Nice little park with easy walking trails. Has restrooms and some benches. Saw and heard quite a few different birds.

This place is a hidden treasure in Tucson. The amount of wildlife here in the city is amazing. The trails are easy to walk and some are paved. If you go at different times of the year, you will see different birds and critters. This is an especially good place to go birding.

My husband and I were here this morning. It was absolutely beautiful and it seemed like we were not in Tucson anymore. The place is maintained extremely well and there were many ducks and roadrunners. There were also many wildlife photographers. Would definitely come back.

A beautiful, quiet couple of loop walks worth about 1.25ish miles. We saw ducks and frogs, but we have a 4 yr old that probably scares a lot of wildlife. A few birders and photogs keep the place serene. A bit more popular than we thought, though able to keep 6 ft. Good amount of parking, spots avail for larger rigs.

Interesting but not a lot of water and only a few birds. Good idea for the public

A beautiful wet green oasis in the desert. A super place to bird watch, and explore frogs and turtles and fish.

Opportunity for birding are endless waterfowl and bats dont forget the bats. Lot of turtles in the puns also. Has cement sidewalks to the main viewing Pond for Ada accessibility. And easy walking paths around all the ponds many opportunities to sit on benches trash cans restrooms at the beginning with water.

Oasis in the desert. Easy walking, quiet (just ignore the highway noise), and always alive with creatures. Go without expectations of what you will see and come away delighted and refreshed.

An amazing feat that gives hope for the future of Tucson. If you are stuck in the desert absolutely go check out this gorgeous oasis.

Love every time I visit! Most recently, common gallinules, wigeons, blue-winged teal, and one sora occupied the waters there. Always an interesting visit to see migratory birds, or otherwise!

One of the truly great bird viewing areas that you will ever find in a city. Approximately a one mile loop, with several viewing platforms allowing access to the ponds.

Nice quiet path, and you never know what youll walk up on

Love this place! Many different species of animals to see! Often the bobcat would surprise you by appearing right front of you and definitely harmless and friendly!

Not a place to go with kids. It is v v wild and adventurous. Wish we had more crowd.

The park was good, with some good birds, but not like it used to be when it was better maintained and had more water.

Beautiful, desert Oasis. If it werent for the mountains in the background I would think I were in coastal South Carolina.

The place is fun if youre bored one Sunday afternoon and want to get out of the house for a few hours.

If you havent visited this place, you should definitely take a couple hours and visit. It is a nice shady easy hike. My two boys and I usually hike the Pima Canyon trail, but had to find something different because of the fire. I think we might go back and check it out once a year.

Just accidentally found this location hidden but nice good spot to walk and see aquatic wild life.

Lityle hidden gem in Tucson. Really hot in the summer...bring water.

Beautiful park to take a short walk. No dogs or bikes, access offf the loop.

Great place to stop on relax after riding The Loop. Lots of wildlife.

Easy little walk! Lots of birds and lizards! Cute!

Very short hike, couldnt really call it a hike. Saw some interesting ducks with blue bills and red winged blackbirds. We turned down a path that was heavily shaded by trees and a rattle snake almost got my son. There are restroom facilities. Very buggy due to water.

Great place for birding or just a nice walk

This area is interesting for birding, but also for observing dragonflies and damselflies. The presence of water is attracting lot of wildlife. It is recommended to park the vehicle at the large parkinglot to minimise the chance of someone breaking into it (there will be enough birders around...).

Nice little place to.walk and just be outdoors

Very close to the freeway which means its very loud AND 5 minutes into my walk I turned a corner and saw a bobcat 100 feet in front of on the trail. So glad I didnt have my young great-granddaughter with me. So scary. So disappointed.

Peaceful, serene, like a little slice of heaven in the middle of Tucson

Nice little get away without the get away drive.

Often mentioned in the photography I decided to make the trip. So many birds of prey from Red Tail Hawks to Great Horned Owl. Was pleasantly surprised to have a bobcat walkout and brush my legs with no care in the world to humans. The abundance of wildlife and the many trails. Not many ducks due to Bobcats and coyotes I was told by numerous other photographers this day.

We always come here to go on nature walks and see all the different types of birds and animals. Always clean and paths cleared

Nice area for a short walk. There are 0.5 and 0.6 mile loops around the park. Nice place to take pictures.

This is a beautiful, little hidden space, right in the middle of the city. Go there to see birds, fish, Turtles, other little four-legged Critters that run around, its just a lovely place to go. When youre there, you have no idea that youre in the middle of Tucson. Its relaxing, with little trails to take around the pond. Take your camera, theres plenty to take photos of.

Here today Sunday.. Didnt realize no pets signs were here.. Women on trail with camera said wild pigs and a cougar were ahead on the trails and others agreed as we were returning up front..told to go back..usually quiet but today Well.... On good note, parking lot full. Extra People parked on street..usually quiet but. Busy This Afternoon.. many natural animals and water life. walkways seemed well marked but paths turn into new choices of paths..visitor park toliet restrooms, running water to rinse off hands or if necessary fill your water bottles. The wildlife was to plentiful today not wanting to be chased by hungry wild pigs.

Outstanding park that showcases Tucsons reclaimed water efforts. But that isnt the only reason to go there. The nature trail around and through property is a birding enthusiasts paradise. And the there are these guys.

Beautiful lake with birds and ducks

Nice quite park to walk and watch birds

I saw a bobcat and several javelinas, that was awesome. That is a short walk. I recommend it if you have kids.

Great birding spot

It really is part of the water treatment for Tucson, valid for education but not really a tourist destination

Ponds are almost drained, but beautiful trees.

Nice oasis for wildlife in the city. Good birds and bobcats to boot!

A nice little walk with lovely big trees.

My daughter took me here for the first time. I never knew it existed. Yes, there is a particular smell but the wild life and scenery are well worth it

Reclaimed water is the foundation of this small wetlands in the middle Tucson. Great for birdwatching and a change from an arid landscape.

Wild place smells bad somewhere. But still interesting to visit.

Cool looking swamp water

Very nice walk path to see the area and nice views of small flowing water areas/large pond of ducks.Very beautiful area/well kept. Has bathrooms near by too.

Great for bird-walking

Nice place for a walk surrounded by water, trees and birds.

Cute place .

I love going to this park in the winter when leaves are falling and not as many insects as in the summerEdited: adding more pictures

Lots of beautiful places here, and very well taken care of. I love coming here to see some birds, ducks and the other various creatures.

A wonderful find

Great Natural Oasis on the west side of Tucson. You won’t be sorry you came to this wonderful natural area. Peace and nature, what more could you want.

Innovative water treatment project and beautiful park. Saw my first roadrunners in nature, and three at once! Many bird spieces, wild ducks, prarie dogs and the trees are tagged.

This is an awesome, relaxing place.

Love this place always see wildlife and have a peaceful walk️

Great place to walk and relax. It sucks that you cant bring dogs though but I understand why.

A surprise coming across a place like this in the middle of the desert. A beautiful, well executed project. Enjoyed a very peaceful walk. A high level of respect for people who care enough about the environment to treat waste water well enough to create an oasis to draw and sustain this wildlife.

Nice place to enjoy nature and take good shots of wildlife

To me, this is the best place in town. Right off the Prince exit, its not too far from anything. Its quiet and so peaceful. From the birds that take refuge in the beautiful trees to the sunlight that comes through at just the right angles, Sweetwater Wetlands is a local treasure more people should know about - or maybe not. Its perfect as is and not everyone is capable of respecting its importance. The first time I went was on a field trip in grade school to learn about the water and the ecosystem centered around it; Ive been going back ever since. Just this last visit, in the span of 5 minutes, an inquisitive dragonfly tried to decide if I was safe to land on, a busy raccoon trotted towards me on the dirt path - oblivious to my presence - then scurried off when I made a little noise to let him know I was there, and as I was leaving one of the local bird watchers pointed out a gorgeous owl watching everyone go about their business down below. This will always be my favorite Tuscon hideaway.

A great place to bird watch, walk and be in nature.

There was hardly any water at sweetwater. We saw some cute frogs.

Birders paradise!

Great little wildlife area in Tucson

Nice place for birding

A very nice place for taking photos of various marsh birds

Awesome place to visit. Doesnt really feel as though your in the dessert anymore. Enjoy watching the turtles & ducks in the water .. Its a nice walk along the wetlands or throughout the trails.

Beautiful place to walk, watch nature and take photographs. Dogs are not permitted but at least two women cant read signs. I plan to go again in hope of photographing quail. Saw 3 Bobcats- see pic.

Interesting little park!

Great hike when weather permits. Some flooding and large trash deposit form flooding.

Excellent 1.0 mile walking path with very tall cattails and several ponds. Lots of birds!!

Sweetwater Wetlands is one of the wonderful places built exclusively for wildlife and those who wish to observe it. (Please no dogs!) There are biking/hiking trails to it and the adjacent park where dogs are welcome. It is one of our favorite stops when we visit Tucson and a few minutes there will allow you to see more wildlife than you ever can in normal urban environments. I highly recommend it and to really enjoy the experience bring binoculars for the smallest of creatures.

Love walking at my own pace, watching birds and wildlife. Wish restrooms were open..

This place is awesome to do photo shoots at.

Beautiful ,lovely morning walk

Safe walking paths around several ponds each a natural home for dozens of birds, turtles, ducks, and mature trees, with reeds as secure habitat for all.

This a great seasonal place to see birds (mostly fall, spring, winter) and take a short walk. Close to town and a cool spot on a hot day.For kids it is excellent location to learn more about natural world.

Sweetwater Wetlands is an enjoyable place to walk and bird watch. The Wetlands has a circular loop trail that surrounds ponds, some of which are full of reeds. Observation platforms offer a place to sit and photograph Ducks and other Water fowl. Interpretive signs are placed at intervals around the trail offering information about the ponds and their inhabitants.

My first time here. Very glad to see that somethng like this has been built. I just wish it was larger.

Take a deep breath! It smells so good here!

Peaceful, turtles and birds, nice walk around water.

Amazing place for birders or for people who just won nice stroll. Can do an easy 1 mi loop walk there. Its quite impressive to see what the city has done using its wastewater to create something so useful and beautiful.

Excellent birding experience. Just over 300 bird species have been seen here at this birding hotspot.

Very peaceful

This place is especially good for photographers who want to photograph wildlife. Its very quiet in this area quite beautiful. Often in the early mornings the beauty of fog hanging over the toolies. The restrooms are always clean and the toilets actually flush. I like to go there once in awhile just to experience the quiet let the stress all go try it out I think youll like it. Bring me to camera.

Nice stop when riding on the Loop Trail. I can sit on the bench, eat a snack, water the plants and ride on. There are few places to relax on the Santa Cruz Trail East Bank.

Bird watchers gather here.

A unique opportunity to see a living oasis in the desert. A spot of lush green in our brown land. Great for bird watching.

A beautiful place for an early morning walk and listen to the birds. Lots of redwing blackbirds and baby ducklings. You can just sit and soak up the sounds of nature at its best!

It was great! I saw turtles and a bobcat!

Lots of habitats and small crowds.

Interesting walking path. No dogs aloud.

It was just ok.nice lake