Royal Lake Overlook
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Royal Lake Overlook |
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100 acres of lake and marsh managed by CNWR. | ||
| BIRDING: | This major sanctuary site features all species of Columbia Basin waterfowl. November-April, Canada Geese and Mallards number in tens of thousands, along with plentiful Tundra Swans. Peregrine Falcons hunt the waterfowl. In spring, watch for Red-tailed and Swainson’s Hawks, and nesting Long-billed Curlews. September-November and March-April, Sandhill Cranes fly to and from nearby roost sites. | ||
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Viewing: Cross canal bridge and use scope to look down onto Royal Lake. Do not walk on canal road. | ||
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From Hwy 26 at milepost 28.8, turn north onto Rd D SE. Drive 1.9 miles. Turn right (east) onto Rd 15.1 SE. Drive 1 mile. Curve left (north) onto Rd E SE. Drive 0.2 mile. Turn right (east) onto Rd 14.8. Drive 1 mile. Park at CNWR overlook. | ||