Explore Firebird, Arizona, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Firebird |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Gila County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) |
| Latitude | 34.048928 |
| Longitude | -111.093731 |
| Population | 6,000 |
| Density | 280.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 85554, 85226 |
| Area Code | 480, 602, 623 |
| County Seat | Globe |
Firebird occupies a rugged expanse of high-desert terrain defined by the ancient, weathered character of the surrounding landscape. The immediate topography is shaped by the presence of North Fork Brady Canyon, which carves a deep, quiet passage through the earth just one mile away. Residents of Firebird often watch the monsoon thunderheads gather in the distance over the Mogollon Rim, a formidable range that anchors the horizon to the north. The entire locale sits within the protected boundaries of the Tonto National Forest, where the scent of dry pine and sage dominates the thin, sun-warmed air. A short distance away, the waters of Rock Creek provide a vital, narrow artery through the arid woodland, offering a brief respite from the relentless heat shimmer of the afternoons.
Firebird maintains a connection to the frontier era, reflecting a legacy of resource extraction and land management that has defined the region for generations. The local economy relies heavily on forestry practices overseen by the Pleasant Valley Ranger District, which manages the dense timber and scrubland surrounding the settlement. Small-scale commerce and seasonal tourism currently support the residents, who value the steady, deliberate pace of life tethered to the natural cycles of the forest. As the sunlight dips behind the distant peaks, the golden hue cast upon the rocky slopes reveals the history of the laborers who once traversed these rugged paths. Firebird remains a place where the primary industry stays linked to the stewardship of the vast, protected woodlands that stretch out in every direction.
Cultural life in Firebird centers on a shared appreciation for the stark, open environment and the quietude of the backcountry. Visitors seeking to experience the landscape often utilize the Old Mail Trail, a historic route that serves as a reminder of the isolation faced by early inhabitants. While no singular monument dominates the skyline, the community preserves its heritage through local gatherings that celebrate the traditions of the high desert. The quality of light at dusk provides a transformative beauty, turning the gray stone and green canopy into a vivid, shifting palette of violet and amber. Though no celebrities claim this specific patch of earth as their primary residence, Firebird holds a distinct identity forged by the mile-deep silences of the surrounding Tonto National Forest.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Firebird, Arizona. Coordinates: 34.048928, -111.093731. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Firebird includes the ZIP code (85554, 85226), telephone area code (480, 602, 623), county seat of Gila County (Globe), and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |