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

Merlin

Falco columbarius

5/31/2026Solid #21 observed

Swainson's Thrush

Catharus ustulatus

5/31/2026Solid #21 observed

Bell's Vireo

Vireo bellii

5/31/2026Perry/Primrose BCA--Sherven Unit2 observed

Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

5/31/2026Sub-Zero Pkwy ponds1 observed

Yellow-throated Warbler

Setophaga dominica

5/31/2026Washburn Observatory1 observed

Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

5/31/2026Black Earth Creek Natural Resource Area (Black Earth Creek Headwaters)1 observed

Yellow-breasted Chat

Icteria virens

5/31/2026Perry/Primrose BCA--Sherven Unit1 observed

Acadian Flycatcher

Empidonax virescens

5/30/2026UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve--Biocore Prairie1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Blue-winged Teal

15/29/2026

Mallard

135/29/2026

House Sparrow

65/29/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

55/29/2026

Canada Goose

15/29/2026

Wood Duck

15/29/2026

Hooded Merganser

15/29/2026

Mourning Dove

15/29/2026

Sandhill Crane

15/29/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

15/29/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

15/29/2026

Northern Flicker

15/29/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

25/29/2026

Alder Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Willow Flycatcher

65/29/2026

Eastern Phoebe

15/29/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/29/2026

Eastern Kingbird

15/29/2026

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.