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Description
Ilgaz Mountain National Park is a dense forest with mature trees in a high attitude. The human pressure is low although there are a couple of ski resorts. Many forest passerines, raptors and woodpeckers can be found are in large quantity in the region. It is a good place to enjoy nature while observing some good bird species such as Krüper's Nuthatch, Common Rosefinch, Eurasian Bullfinch and Golden Eagle. Additionally, if you are lucky enough, you can observe Black Woodpecker.
Details
Access
The area is only accessible by private car. There are several accommodation opportunities in the area. Walking is the best way to discover the area, but you can tour around with car on a couple of roads between the ski resorts.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , MountainConditions
Mountainous , Flat , HillyCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Summer , SpringBest time to visit
SummerRoute
Unpaved road , Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The National Park hosts an important population of Brown bears. If you are lucky, you can see them especially in the early hours of the day.