Wetland birding habitat

Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 230 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Black Duck 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

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

7/15/2026Kettle Moraine SF--Ottawa Lake Recreation Area6 observed

Chestnut-sided Warbler

Setophaga pensylvanica

7/15/2026Minooka County Park1 observed

Brewer's Blackbird

Euphagus cyanocephalus

7/14/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Pine Warbler

Setophaga pinus

7/14/2026Lapham Peak SP--Tower Area1 observed

Red-shouldered Hawk

Buteo lineatus

7/14/2026Swift Lake Yard & vicinity1 observed

Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

7/14/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 84 observed

Wilson's Snipe

Gallinago delicata

7/13/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 81 observed

Stilt Sandpiper

Calidris himantopus

7/13/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1061 observed

Wilson's Phalarope

Phalaropus tricolor

7/13/2026Prince’s Point SWA--Hwy. 1062 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

7/13/2026Home1 observed

White-rumped Sandpiper

Calidris fuscicollis

7/12/2026Vernon Marsh--Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 82 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

307/14/2026

Trumpeter Swan

67/14/2026

Wood Duck

87/14/2026

Blue-winged Teal

37/14/2026

Mallard

97/14/2026

Mourning Dove

17/14/2026

Sandhill Crane

67/14/2026

Killdeer

37/14/2026

Lesser Yellowlegs

27/14/2026

Least Sandpiper

17/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

37/14/2026

Downy Woodpecker

17/14/2026

Northern Flicker

17/14/2026

American Kestrel

17/14/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

17/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

17/14/2026

Blue Jay

17/14/2026

American Crow

27/14/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

17/14/2026

Tree Swallow

27/14/2026

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 Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 for birding?
The best months to visit Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8?
Notable species at Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 include Canada Goose, Mallard, American Black Duck, Common Merganser, Red-tailed Hawk. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8?
Birding at Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8?
Vernon Marsh - Inner & Outer DU Dikes/Figure 8 offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.