Witness Bugling Elk and Migrating Cranes at These Seven Spectacular Arizona Autumn Wildlife Destinations

Every fall, Arizona turns into a stage for one of nature’s best free shows. Thousands of sandhill cranes lift off at sunrise in the south, while up north the bugle of a bull elk echoes through the pines at dawn. You do not need fancy gear or a big budget to catch it, just a little patience and the willingness to drive somewhere quiet. Here are seven spots across the state where autumn wildlife steals the spotlight. 1. Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area, McNeal, AZ © Whitewater Draw Wildlife Are