Hartebeespoort Dam/Lake North West of Johannesburg, surrounded by the Magaliesberg Mountain range.

Hillman Marsh CA

Ontario · Canada

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Open daily, dawn to dusk

About This Location

Hillman Marsh CA is a productive birding destination in Ontario, with 311 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Sandhill Crane among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

Powered by eBird / Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Dickcissel

Spiza americana

7/15/2026Peanut Centre Nursery1 observed

Prothonotary Warbler

Protonotaria citrea

7/15/2026Point Pelee NP--DeLaurier Homestead Trail1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

7/14/20262344–2756 Gracey Side Rd, Lakeshore CA-ON 42.28424, -82.504954 observed

Short-billed Dowitcher

Limnodromus griseus

7/12/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)1 observed

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

7/12/2026Kingsville--Mettawas Park1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/11/2026Essex Sewage Lagoons (eastern)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Trumpeter Swan

17/20/2026

Mallard

37/20/2026

Mourning Dove

27/20/2026

Yellow-billed Cuckoo

17/20/2026

Killdeer

17/20/2026

Green Heron

17/20/2026

Great Egret

17/20/2026

Great Blue Heron

27/20/2026

Belted Kingfisher

17/20/2026

Northern Flicker

17/20/2026

Blue Jay

17/20/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/20/2026

Tree Swallow

37/20/2026

Barn Swallow

97/20/2026

Northern House Wren

27/20/2026

American Robin

17/20/2026

Song Sparrow

27/20/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

87/20/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

27/20/2026

Common Grackle

57/20/2026

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

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

  4. 4

    Bring insect repellent — wetland areas can have significant mosquito activity, especially in warmer months.

  5. 5

    Peak spring migration runs mid-May in this region — plan visits around this window for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Hillman Marsh CA for birding?
The best months to visit Hillman Marsh CA for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Hillman Marsh CA?
Notable species at Hillman Marsh CA include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Sandhill Crane, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, American Goldfinch, American Black Duck, Horned Lark, American Tree Sparrow, Brown Creeper, House Sparrow, House Finch. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Hillman Marsh CA?
Birding at Hillman Marsh CA is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
Is there an entrance fee at Hillman Marsh CA?
There is no entrance fee at Hillman Marsh CA. Hours: Open daily, dawn to dusk.
What amenities are available at Hillman Marsh CA?
Hillman Marsh CA offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.