Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary — photo spot in Oglesby, IL 61348, USA
Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary
Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary is a prime spot to photograph roosting and foraging bald eagles along the Illinois River, plus winter sandbars, river reflections and riparian trees. Best visits: late fall through early spring when eagles concentrate. Early morning golden hour gives warm side lighting and active birds; midday can bring soaring eagles against blue sky. Access is by short trail/boat launch near Oglesby with limited parking — expect cold, muddy conditions in winter and bring layered, w/
Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary
Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary is a prime spot to photograph roosting and foraging bald eagles along the Illinois River, plus winter sandbars, river reflections and riparian trees. Best visits: late fall through early spring when eagles concentrate. Early morning golden hour gives warm side lighting and active birds; midday can bring soaring eagles against blue sky. Access is by short trail/boat launch near Oglesby with limited parking — expect cold, muddy conditions in winter and bring layered, w/