Wetland birding habitat

Dingman Marsh

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Dingman Marsh is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 201 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

4/14/2026MSRW1 observed

Great Egret

Ardea alba

4/13/2026Graham Point1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

4/11/2026Mackinaw Straits Hawk Watch site6 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

4/11/2026Mackinaw Straits Hawk Watch site1 observed

Red-tailed Hawk (calurus/abieticola)

Buteo jamaicensis

4/11/2026Mackinaw Straits Hawk Watch site3 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

4/11/2026McGulpin Point3 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

4/10/2026McGulpin Point1 observed

Iceland Gull (kumlieni)

Larus glaucoides

4/8/2026Cheboygan Marsh/Gordon Turner Park1 observed

Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

4/6/2026Graham Point1 observed

Red-throated Loon

Gavia stellata

4/3/2026McGulpin Point1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

24/15/2026

Mallard

14/15/2026

Ring-necked Duck

14/15/2026

Common Goldeneye

74/15/2026

Hooded Merganser

14/15/2026

Common Merganser

104/15/2026

Red-breasted Merganser

404/15/2026

Sandhill Crane

84/15/2026

Ring-billed Gull

284/15/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

14/15/2026

Turkey Vulture

44/15/2026

Sharp-shinned Hawk

14/15/2026

American Crow

24/15/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

24/15/2026

Tree Swallow

14/15/2026

Ruby-crowned Kinglet

14/15/2026

Golden-crowned Kinglet

24/15/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/15/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/15/2026

Mourning Dove

14/15/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Dingman Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Dingman Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Dingman Marsh?
Notable species at Dingman Marsh include Great Blue Heron, Red-winged Blackbird, Mallard, Green Heron, Virginia Rail. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Dingman Marsh?
Birding at Dingman Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Dingman Marsh?
Dingman Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.