About Samaspur Bird Sanctuary
Samaspur Bird Sanctuary is a protected wetland and bird sanctuary located in Samaspur village, Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1987 and designated as a Ramsar Site in 2019, it covers about 799 hectares comprising six interconnected lakes. It is notable for hosting over 250 bird species, including large winter congregations of migratory waterfowl such as Greylag Goose and Pintail.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tranquil wetland landscape of six shallow interconnected lakes surrounded by agricultural fields and grasslands. The sanctuary offers earthen trails, watchtowers and viewpoints for observing resident and migratory birds, especially in winter. There are no large built structures; the experience is focused on nature walks, birdwatching and photography in a quiet, open wetland environment.
Key highlights
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Ramsar Wetland Site designated in 2019
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Six interconnected perennial lakes covering about 799 hectares
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More than 250 bird species recorded including migratory waterfowl
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Major wintering ground for Greylag Goose, Northern Pintail, Common Teal and Garganey
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Watchtowers and nature trails for birdwatching and photography
History of Samaspur Bird Sanctuary
Established as a Bird Sanctuary in 1987 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to protect the Samaspur wetland ecosystem. Declared a Ramsar Site on 3 October 2019, recognizing its international importance as a wetland habitat for migratory waterfowl along the Central Asian Flyway.
Route
| By air | Nearest major airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow, about 90-100 km away |
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| By train |