Woman holding binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Woman holding binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
view of lake in fall
Eagle Lake Wildlife Sanctuary, Holden

Eagle Lake Wildlife Sanctuary

Plan Your Visit

With everything from large red oaks to extensive wetlands, Eagle Lake supports a wealth of wildlife. The canopy of mature forest provides nesting sites for Scarlet Tanagers, Great Crested Flycatchers, and Rose-breasted Grosbeaks. The pond attracts numerous waterfowl during spring and fall migration.

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.

Facilities

  • Parking
    Parking

Explore Eagle Lake

  • Yellow-rumped Warbler on a stick, facing away from the camera.
    Eagle Lake, Holden © Carol Dandrade
  • Camera facing towards the sky in a forest, showing the green and golden canopy and patches of blue sky.
    Eagle Lake, Holden
  • Trail covered in orange and yellow fallen leaves, leading into a forest with yellow leaves.
    Eagle Lake, Holden
  • Rockwall in the middle of a forest in the fall, the ground is covered in orange and yellow fallen leaves.
    Eagle Lake, Holden
  • Opening in a rockwall standing in the middle of a forest in the fall, the ground is covered in orange and yellow fallen leaves.
    Eagle Lake, Holden