Prince Leopold Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Over 400,000 birds spend their summers nesting on this small Arctic island.

šŸ“œ Prince Leopold Island is a migratory bird sanctuary in Canada's Arctic.
šŸ” Home to over 400,000 nesting birds, monitored since 1975.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Witness stunning limestone cliffs up to 870 feet.
šŸ¦ Observe vast colonies of seabirds like Murres, Kittiwakes, Fulmars, and Guillemots.
šŸ‹ Spot marine mammals including beluga whales, narwhals, and walruses.
šŸ» Potential to see polar bears near the cliffs.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Presence of polar bears requires safety precautions.
šŸšæ Field station has no running water, showering is optional.
āœˆļø Access is limited to Twin Otter or helicopter.

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Best visited from late May to mid-September for breeding season.
šŸ„¶ Be prepared for Arctic conditions.

Hours

šŸ•’ Seasonal access, late May to mid-September.

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