Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A historic sanctuary offering beautiful vistas, diverse raptor viewing, hiking trails, and educational programs.

šŸ“œ World's first refuge for birds of prey, established in 1934 along the Appalachian flyway.
šŸ” An outdoor destination for hikers, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts.

Why Go

šŸ¦… Observe diverse raptors like hawks, eagles, and vultures
šŸžļø Enjoy beautiful vistas and hiking trails, including an accessible path
šŸ“š Learn about raptor conservation through programs and exhibits

Why Avoid

āš ļø Rocky trails may be unsuitable for children under 6
šŸš« No pets allowed on the Sanctuary
ā„ļø Trails are not winter maintained; cleats recommended in snowy/icy conditions

Tips

šŸ”­ Bring binoculars, especially during autumn migration
šŸŒ”ļø Mountain is often 10 degrees cooler; check forecast
šŸš¶ Overestimate hiking time, particularly with children

Cost

šŸ’° Adults $10, seniors $7, children (6-12) $5, under 5 free. Members free.

Hours

šŸ•’ Trails: dawn until dusk daily. Visitor Center: 9 AM - 5 PM daily (8 AM - 5 PM Sept-Nov). Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day, and first two days of PA deer season.

ā™æ Accessibility

Accessible Trail to South Lookout available.

Amenities

Visitor Center with bookstore, interactive displays, and bird feeder watch station.

Last updated 28 days ago

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