Wetland birding habitat

Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Gadwall 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

Black-necked Stilt

Himantopus mexicanus

7/16/2026Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)2 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

7/15/2026Maple Grove Golf Course1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

7/11/20263615 Southlawn Dr, Toledo, OH1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

7/11/2026Petersburg SGA1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

7/11/2026Petersburg SGA1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/11/2026Erie Rd. and Public Beach Access5 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/11/2026Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)2 observed

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

7/11/2026Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

7/10/2026Woodlawn Cemetery, Toledo2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

307/16/2026

Mute Swan

57/16/2026

Trumpeter Swan

37/16/2026

Wood Duck

57/16/2026

Mallard

57/16/2026

Green-winged Teal

17/16/2026

Mourning Dove

37/16/2026

Common Gallinule

27/16/2026

Sandhill Crane

37/16/2026

Black-necked Stilt

27/16/2026

Killdeer

107/16/2026

Semipalmated Plover

17/16/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

207/16/2026

Spotted Sandpiper

27/16/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

307/16/2026

Greater Yellowlegs

57/16/2026

Stilt Sandpiper

57/16/2026

Least Sandpiper

57/16/2026

Pectoral Sandpiper

27/16/2026

Semipalmated Sandpiper

17/16/2026

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 Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) for birding?
The best months to visit Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Notable species at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Birding at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.