Community idea
Bird hides and nature lookouts
Document hides, viewing platforms, and wildlife lookout towers open to the public.
Last updated: 17 July 2026
What you would map
Bird hides and nature lookouts communities pin real-world places on a shared map so people can find, photograph, and catalogue them together.
Geography is up to you: a single city, a whole country, or a worldwide atlas.
- Hide
- Screen
- Tower / platform
- Wheelchair-accessible hide
What to record on each pin
Each entry should help the next person find the place again and understand why it belongs here.
- Accurate coordinates (stand at the spot when pinning, where safe and lawful)
- Clear photos that show the subject and its setting
- A short, searchable title
- Reserve or park name
- Access: path length, steps, or wheelchair suitability
- Facilities: benches, windows, information boards
Why a shared atlas helps
Hides are often poorly signposted online. Mapping them helps wildlife watchers plan visits and share accessibility notes.
Spreadsheets and private photo albums do not compound. A public community map grows with every contribution and becomes findable on SpotterAtlas and search engines.
How to start this community
Use Start this community to open the create wizard with a ready brief. Edit the name, description, and categories for your area, then publish when you are ready.
After launch, seed a handful of quality pins, set SEO title and description in Manage settings, and invite contributors.
- Suggested fields to consider: Reserve name, Access notes, Facilities.