Photo: Sora, Matthew Dolkart/Chicago Bird Photography Contest

Meet at 7 am at the entrance to Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary, 200 W. Montrose Harbor Dr.
Chicago, IL 60660.

Spring migration is ramping up! Join CBA as we explore the hottest birding hotspot in Chicago, Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary.

Park District Description:

Located in Lincoln Park, Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary attracts tens of thousands of migratory birds to rest, eat, and shelter each spring and fall. Within the natural area is “The Magic Hedge”, a 150-yard stretch of shrubs and trees, so-called because it attracts a curiously high number of species of migratory birds. Over 300 bird species have been recorded at Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary and the adjacent Montrose Beach Dunes Natural Area, making it an internationally recognized area for birding. Important migrants and residents in the area include most species of regional warblers, thrushes, sparrows, purple martins, woodpeckers, owls, and many others.

Pace & Difficulty: We will walk on paved and unpaved (if we can as a group) paths covering around 0.75-1 mile. An 8-ft paved path loops through the natural area and provides opportunities to view birds in prairie, shrubland, and woodland habitats.

Note: Accessible parking is available near the main entrance off Montrose Harbor Drive as well as nearer to the lake.

Trip Leader: Matt Igleski

Registration is required.