This BLM Wilderness Area is just north of the Fort Bowie National Historic Site . The rugged and remote area is home to golden eagles and bald eagles. The peregrine falcon, a state and federally listed endangered species, migrates through the area. Several natural and developed springs provide riparian habitat. The lush green woodland setting within this natural fortress is home to Mexican jays, hummingbirds, prairie falcon, turkey vulture amd golden eagle.
Trails afford good viewing and photographing opportunities.
From the Willcox Playa on the north Whitewater Draw on the south, they spend the day feeding in the fields along Kansas Settlement Road and roost at night at one of several aquatic habitats including the Willcox Playa, Cochise Lakes, and Whitewater Draw. Whitewater Draw Maintained by the Arizona Department of Game and Fish, Whitewater Draw is a marsh habitat on the southern end of the Sulphur Springs Valley, near McNeal. Take Highway 191 to Davis Rd. The access to the viewing area is at Coffman Road near Bagby Rd. Go in the early morning or at sunset to see the greatest number of birds.