War Bluff Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Bushwhack Rd., Golconda, IL 62938
Bird & Eagle Watching
The largest Illinois Audubon sanctuary is War Bluff Valley Sanctuary, is located in southeastern Illinois.
Nestled in the uplands of the Shawnee National Forest, supports mature oak-hickory woods, river bottom forests, young forests and old field habitats. More than 530 types of plants, including a rich variety of wildflowers and 20 types of ferns. 10 walking paths give access to the area.