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Visit a section of river between Caledon Natural Area and U.S. Route 301 Bridge...
Caledon Natural Area
Port Tobacco
Zekiah Swamp
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A large area (2,579 acres) along the Potomac shoreline in King George County is preserved as a state park and serves as the home for one of the largest concentrations of summering bald eagles on the east coast. Hiking trails are available, along with a visitor's center, picnic area, and restrooms. To protect the privacy of eagle nests, however, access to forests and marshes along the Potomac shoreline is limited.
Eagles are found in many places along the lower Potomac, but congregate in Caledon. The area offers 90-minute guided tours at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, with bus rides to the popular eagle sites. Reservations are recommended. Individual and group tours are available. For more information call (540) 663-3861 or visit the website. Park officials suggest wearing light clothing for walking and also bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent and something to drink.
Caledon Natural Area State Park. Managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, 203 Governor Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Telephone: 703-663-3861.
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