Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road

Wisconsin · Midwest

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Habitat

Lake

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 208 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, and Canada Goose 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

Greater White-fronted Goose Cackling Goose Canada Goose Gadwall Mallard

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Carolina Wren

Thryothorus ludovicianus

7/21/2026Sheffield site1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/20/2026Christ Presbyterian Church2 observed

Little Blue Heron

Egretta caerulea

7/18/2026US-14 W, Fitchburg US-WI (42.9836,-89.3857)1 observed

Lesser Scaup

Aythya affinis

7/17/2026Lake Farm County Park1 observed

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus varius

7/16/2026Military Ridge State Trail west of Town Hall Rd2 observed

American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

7/15/2026Sub-Zero Pkwy ponds1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Wood Duck

87/16/2026

Mallard

57/16/2026

Mourning Dove

17/16/2026

Killdeer

27/16/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

17/16/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/16/2026

Northern Flicker

17/16/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/16/2026

Willow Flycatcher

17/16/2026

Eastern Warbling Vireo

17/16/2026

Blue Jay

17/16/2026

American Crow

17/16/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/16/2026

Purple Martin

67/16/2026

Barn Swallow

87/16/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

17/16/2026

Northern House Wren

17/16/2026

Sedge Wren

27/16/2026

Marsh Wren

17/16/2026

Birding Tips

1
Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.
2
Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.
3
Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road for birding?▼

The best months to visit Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road?▼

Notable species at Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road include Greater White-fronted Goose, Cackling Goose, Canada Goose, Gadwall, Mallard. The area supports lake habitats.

How difficult is birding at Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road?▼

Birding at Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road?▼

Swan Pond Waterfowl Production Area - Fish Hatchery Road offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.