Wetland birding habitat

Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 238 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, and Ring-billed Gull 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

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

6/1/2026Horicon NWR--Old Marsh Rd.1 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

6/1/2026Theresa Marsh SWA--Central Access1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

6/1/2026Walmart DC Beaver Dam, Wisconsin1 observed

Common Raven

Corvus corax

6/1/2026Oakfield Ledge SNA--North Unit2 observed

Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

6/1/2026Old Marsh Rd5 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

6/1/2026Old Marsh Rd3 observed

Lapland Longspur

Calcarius lapponicus

5/30/2026Unnamed Road, Horicon, Wisconsin, US (43.478, -88.615)1 observed

Yellow Rail

Coturnicops noveboracensis

5/29/2026Dike Rd, Kekoskee US-WI 43.53093, -88.600511 observed

Connecticut Warbler

Oporornis agilis

5/25/2026Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Hartford US-WI 43.30994, -88.322411 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/24/2026Horicon Marsh State Recreation Area, Horicon US-WI 43.47524, -88.601521 observed

Philadelphia Vireo

Vireo philadelphicus

5/24/2026Kettle Moraine SF--Pike Lake Unit1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

16/1/2026

Least Sandpiper

16/1/2026

Ring-billed Gull

46/1/2026

Great Egret

16/1/2026

Purple Martin

76/1/2026

Barn Swallow

46/1/2026

Northern House Wren

16/1/2026

Marsh Wren

16/1/2026

American Robin

26/1/2026

Cedar Waxwing

26/1/2026

House Sparrow

126/1/2026

Song Sparrow

26/1/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

6/1/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

26/1/2026

Common Yellowthroat

16/1/2026

Northern Cardinal

26/1/2026

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

16/1/2026

Turkey Vulture

36/1/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

16/1/2026

European Starling

46/1/2026

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 Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center for birding?
The best months to visit Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?
Notable species at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center include Canada Goose, Sandhill Crane, Ring-billed Gull, American Herring Gull, American Crow. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?
Birding at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center?
Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area - Education and Visitor Center offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.