Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary

Oneonta, Delaware County

The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary overlooking Oneonta is the site of the Franklin Mountain Hawkwatch, one of New York State's premier fall hawk watches. It is particularly noted for late-season flights of red-tailed hawks and golden eagles. Franklin Mountain provides a panoramic view of the Susquehanna River valley and the surrounding hills.

Wildlife to Watch

• Red-tailed hawks
• Golden eagles
• Bald eagles
• Songbirds
• White-tailed deer

Where to Watch

• Interpretive trails
• Wetland boardwalk
• Lookouts

Recreational Opportunities

• Bird watching
• Hiking
• Annual open house

Size

100 acres

Closest Town

Oneonta

Directions

Go to Google Maps, and enter your address for step-by-step directions to Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Sanctuary. (This link will open a page outside the DEC website. Hold the "Shift" key down, and click on the link to open it in a new window.)

Contact Information

Telephone: 607-652-2162

Address: 52 Grange Hall Spur Rd., Oneonta, NY 13820

Website: Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society (This link leaves DEC's website)

Photo Credits: J. Glover, Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society, Mila Zinkova