What’s more American than the majestic bald eagle? Seeing them soaring overhead is sure to make your heart stop.
Here are the top five places to spot bald eagles in the US:
1. Chilkat Eagle Preserve, Alaska:
There’s no better place to see our national bird in the wild than this spot, which posts the largest concentration of bald eagles in the state. You’ll find 4,000 bald eagles in this 48,000 acre preserve.
2. Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, Utah:
While you can find a tremendous variety of bird species here year round, fall and winter is when the fish-filled river attracts eagles.
3. Skagit River, Washington:
Thank spawning salmon (aka easy meals) for the high density of bald eagles here! You may see up to 200 eagles feasting along the river banks on a winter day in the Pacific Northwest.
4. Klamath Basin Refuges, California:
Hosting the largest winter concentration of Bald Eagles in the lower 48 states, the birds begin wintering here each November, and are easily spotted by visitors.
5. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, Florida:
Just because you’re down south doesn’t mean you can’t spot these beautiful birds of prey. This refuge is home to plenty of eagles, and many are easily spotted by boat or even on hikes.
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