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Beginning Birding at Montrose Point

  • Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary 4400 North Simonds Drive Chicago, IL, 60640 United States (map)

$10 | 9:00 AM - 11:00AM | Leader: Daniela Herrera

Meeting Location: Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary Entrance

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Registration Required

Whether you are just discovering birding, hoping to share birding with family members, or trying to develop newfound skills, there is probably no better place in Chicago than Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary!

This 15-acre bird sanctuary, along with its adjacent 3-acre Montrose Beach Dunes Natural Area, attracts thousands of migratory birds and boasts over 350 species recorded. A birding trip to Chicago would not be complete without an adventure at the “Magic Hedge”. Have fun!

Difficulty: Moderate

Trip Type: Walk

Trip Distance: 2 miles approximately

Terrain: Pavement, Mulch, Dirt, and Sand

Notes: Free parking is available along Simonds Drive. Note, if you park along W. Montrose Harbor Drive, you may need to pay for parking. The inner section of the bird sanctuary is paved and has some dirt trails. We may venture out into the dune habitat and experience sandy terrain. Restrooms may not be available due to seasonal closures. 

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