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Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area

The deep canyon of the Snake River, with its crags and crevices and thermal updrafts, is home to the greatest concentration of nesting birds of prey in North America and perhaps, the world. The BLM's mission at the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area (NCA) is to preserve this remarkable wildlife habitat, while providing for other compatible uses of the land. Some 800 pairs of hawks, owls, eagles and falcons come each spring to mate and raise their young. The NCA…

  • State: Idaho
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 43.18222222000003, -116.18027779999994

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Is Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area reservable?

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area?

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area is located in Idaho. See the map for its exact location and directions.

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