Horicon Marsh
Wisconsin · Midwest
Easy
September-October
Free
Dawn to dusk daily
About This Location
Horicon Marsh is the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the United States, divided between a state wildlife area and a national wildlife refuge. In fall, it hosts spectacular gatherings of up to 200,000 Canada Geese, along with diverse breeding marsh birds in summer.
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
Bank Swallow
Riparia riparia
Caspian Tern
Hydroprogne caspia
Western Cattle-Egret
Ardea ibis
Greater Scaup
Aythya marila
Brewer's Blackbird
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Dunlin
Calidris alpina
Northern Mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Larus fuscus
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Canada Goose
Blue-winged Teal
Green-winged Teal
Ring-necked Duck
American Coot
Sandhill Crane
Double-crested Cormorant
American White Pelican
Northern Harrier
Black-capped Chickadee
Tree Swallow
Barn Swallow
American Robin
Song Sparrow
Swamp Sparrow
Red-winged Blackbird
Common Grackle
Ruddy Duck
Sora
Forster's Tern
Birding Tips
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Visit in October for peak goose numbers
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The floating boardwalk trail is excellent for marsh species in summer
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Fall migration (September-October) brings waves of southbound warblers and raptors
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Arrive at dawn for peak bird activity, especially during migration seasons
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Bring waterproof boots and scan the marsh edges for rails, herons, and bitterns
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Horicon Marsh Education Center
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