Catching a glimpse of a bald eagle soaring through the air can be incredibly exciting. This experience is becoming increasingly common here in the Ashokan Watershed. The reservoir and its surrounding forests and streams provide ideal habitat for these large birds of prey.
Your best chances of spotting an eagle locally are while walking on the promenade at the Ashokan dam, exploring the open-water sections of the Ashokan Rail Trail or by spending time along the Upper Esopus Creek. It is not unusual to see a bald eagle silently gliding above the water’s surface in search of a meal.
If you are fortunate enough to encounter one, it is an experience you are likely to not soon forget. To learn more about these majestic birds, check out our bald eagle resource page. The site includes videos, fact sheets, activity pages, related links, and a quiz. For more information about the Ashokan Watershed Stream Management Program, visit ashokanstreams.org.
