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5 reviews for Hawk Mountain
The view at the North Lookout is gorgeous. If you can, you need to get up there. There are many stone bench along the trail for you to rest. Get up there early morning and you can view the sun rising at the north side while the south side still cover with morning fog. The north lookout is right at the middle.
Becareful if you want to try the River of Rock trail. At some area, especially area with rocks, it is hard to find the trail. Be very careful to look for the red paint on trees or rocks that mark the direction.
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I love this place! You'll often find me here on the weekends during the warmer months. Known for the world's longest record of raptor populations, this spectacularly beautiful Sanctuary encompasses an 8-mile trail system for both novice and advanced hikers. They're open year-round with great hours (from dawn to dusk) so you can come here anytime. There are several scenic overlooks that provide stunning and breath-taking views of the valley floor.
The trails go from relatively flat and easy to jaw-dropping steep, rugged and daunting so either take one of the free complimentary maps (provided at the entrance of the trail) or a reliable compass. No one wants to get lost in these woods. I doubt many of us have Daniel Boone skills. Also, wear proper footwear and clothes! I can't emphasize that more.
It gets really, really crowded here from Spring through Fall during peak hours from 10 to 4, so plan ahead. Getting here a bit early is probably best to avoid the crowds and slow-pokes. There is a modest trail fee to access the Sanctuary but it all goes towards a great educational program and conservatory cause.
P.S. - Bring a pair of binoculars!!
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Hawk Mountain is a great place to visit with the family. Hawks and other birds of prey are clearly visible during this time of year, in oct-nov admission is 7 dollars, and the rest of the year it is 5 dollars. The first lookout of the trail is handicap accessible, there is a special all-terrain wheelchair designed and free to use if you need it.
The visitors center has lots and lots of information about hawks, eagles, owls, birds, migration, obstacles they face (such as illegal poaching), the appalachian trail, mountains, etc. Pretty neat, very modern. The Appalachian Trail runs close by in that area, and there were an abundance of hikers in he area. Be sure to bring energy bars, snacks and drinks with you, and bundle up!
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For $7 you could hike a beautiful trails and watch Hawks and Vultures surround the different lookouts. I am not a birdwatcher and had never gone hiking, but I loved this place. Check the site for the best times to visit. http://hawkmountain.org/
The hiking isn't extreme. The trails are worn enough to know where you are going but the trail also has rocks to look out for. Its about a 15 - 20 minute hike to the North lookout.
Young children may have trouble climbing rocks. Also, since it is a sanctuary, there are no trash cans...anywhere.... so take food and drinks that you could easily store in a back pack such as bottles vs cans.
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One of the best places to watch hawks in the United States. This is an extremely well-run nature facility with great hiking trails. The best time to visit is in the fall during the Hawkwatch when birds migrate around the peak. Even if you're not a birdwatcher, or big outdoorsy person, I wouldn't hesitate to visit. Bring the kids.
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