Wetland birding habitat

Orweiler Road Marsh

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Orweiler Road Marsh is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 206 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, and Hooded Merganser 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

Pine Siskin

Spinus pinus

6/1/2026Tugend Road Prairie1 observed

Kentucky Warbler

Geothlypis formosa

6/1/2026Mount Gilead SP1 observed

Sandhill Crane

Antigone canadensis

5/28/20266968 West State Route 95, Fredericktown, Ohio, US (40.478, -82.675)1 observed

Trumpeter Swan

Cygnus buccinator

5/27/2026Gleason Family Nature Reserve2 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

5/26/2026Ackerman Nature Preserve1 observed

Red-breasted Nuthatch

Sitta canadensis

5/24/2026Flying Squirrel Preserve1 observed

Laughing Gull

Leucophaeus atricilla

5/21/20264244–4316 Covert Rd, Perrysville US-OH 40.64584, -82.352361 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

5/21/2026Knox Lake--Prairie Run1 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/21/2026Clear Fork Reservoir--Stoller Rd. Trail1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

195/31/2026

Mallard

45/31/2026

Mourning Dove

25/31/2026

Virginia Rail

15/31/2026

Great Blue Heron

25/31/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Downy Woodpecker

25/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Northern Flicker

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

15/31/2026

Acadian Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Willow Flycatcher

25/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/31/2026

Eastern Kingbird

25/31/2026

Yellow-throated Vireo

15/31/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

25/31/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

35/31/2026

Blue Jay

15/31/2026

American Crow

65/31/2026

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 Orweiler Road Marsh for birding?
The best months to visit Orweiler Road Marsh for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Orweiler Road Marsh?
Notable species at Orweiler Road Marsh include Canada Goose, Northern Shoveler, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, American Coot. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Orweiler Road Marsh?
Birding at Orweiler Road Marsh is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Orweiler Road Marsh?
Orweiler Road Marsh offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.