Roosting Crane Hide

Hungary

Location and installation year

Our first Roosting Crane Hide was installed in 2008 and it included a sleeping cabin. It was not used by 2017 dues to various reasons – the reed island has deteriorated over the years.

The hide was installed in September 2019 to another fishpond complex of the Hortobágy National Park which is regularly used for Crane roosting. As with all roosting areas the distance from Cranes is variable as the water level changes and the photo opportunities changes too. This location is accessible at dawn so no need to sleep in the hide!

Access

It is about 80 meter easy walk but in the dark or twilight.

Size and style

It is 170 cm wide, 300 cm long and 180 cm high. The size of the photo-through window is 240 cm by 50 cm. It is also possible to photograph without window! It is comfortable for three photographers.

Comfort and accessories

• Chairs
• Curtains
• no glass used

Regulation

This hide has a strict regulation as the Eagle hides and our guide is accompanying the photographers. It is necessary to enter the hide in darkness. Photography usually from 06:00 to 08:30.

Recommended Photo Equipment

All sort of lenses recommended but 500 mm and 600 mm are the best. Also 300 mm lens for flight and other action shots. Extenders.

What to bring

Warm clothing

Photo period

usually 20th September to 15th of October