Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge — photo spot in Carterville, IL 62918, USA
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
Freshwater marshes, shallow lakes and wooded edges at Crab Orchard NWR offer rich waterfowl and shorebird subjects, reflective waterscapes, and seasonal migratory flocks. Best at dawn or dusk for low-angle light and reflections; spring and fall migrations and winter raptor concentrations are prime. Most areas reachable via refuge roads and short trails; check the refuge website for seasonal road/trail closures and entry rules. Parking available at visitor areas; expect uneven ground and mosques—
Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge
Freshwater marshes, shallow lakes and wooded edges at Crab Orchard NWR offer rich waterfowl and shorebird subjects, reflective waterscapes, and seasonal migratory flocks. Best at dawn or dusk for low-angle light and reflections; spring and fall migrations and winter raptor concentrations are prime. Most areas reachable via refuge roads and short trails; check the refuge website for seasonal road/trail closures and entry rules. Parking available at visitor areas; expect uneven ground and mosques—