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All the United States Pennsylvania Kempton Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

Beautiful views of the surrounding hills and birds of prey can be found at this sanctuary.

Kempton, Pennsylvania

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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association was the world's first refuge for birds of prey. The sanctuary includes several hiking trails, which include gorgeous vistas of the surrounding areas. Depending on the season, visitors will be able to see a variety of birds of prey including Red-tailed Hawks, Bald eagles, Golden eagles, ospreys, vultures, and more. 

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Spring migration takes place during late April and early May. The Autumn migration count takes place from August 15 through December 15.

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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
1700 Hawk Mountain Rd
Kempton, Pennsylvania, 19529
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40.633803, -75.986928
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