Leslie Gulch

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Seasons

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Location

Many travelers access the Leslie Gulch area after a good tour of Succor Creek Recreational Area. From Succor Creek, continue south on the only road available. From Jordan Valley, head north on Highway 95 18.2 miles to Succor Creek Road. Bear left onto Succor Creek Road heading northwest and follow the signs to Leslie Gulch. If you are feeling ambitious, you can take the four mile hike from this location to Echo Rock Hotsprings.

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Habitat and Birds

The access road to Leslie Gulch takes you through some very good farmland and both kingbirds, White-faced Ibis, and herons can be common. Once in the canyon, listen for Rock and Canyon Wrens along with Chukar and Say’s Phoebe. Black-throated Gray Warbler nest in the Juniper.

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