Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)

Michigan · Midwest

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) is a productive birding destination in Michigan, with 271 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, and Gadwall 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

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

3/2/2026Sterling SP25 observed

Greater White-fronted Goose

Anser albifrons

3/1/2026Erie SGA--Bay Creek Rd.1 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

3/1/2026Ottawa NWR--Visitor Center and Boardwalk1 observed

Iceland Gull

Larus glaucoides

2/28/2026Sterling SP1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

2/27/2026Petersburg SGA2 observed

American Pipit

Anthus rubescens

2/27/2026Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)1 observed

Common Yellowthroat

Geothlypis trichas

2/27/2026Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

602/28/2026

Tundra Swan

502/28/2026

Gadwall

662/28/2026

American Wigeon

62/28/2026

Mallard

2002/28/2026

Northern Pintail

1502/28/2026

Green-winged Teal

112/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

242/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

32/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

2/28/2026

American Herring Gull

2/28/2026

Lesser Black-backed Gull

22/28/2026

Great Blue Heron

22/28/2026

Northern Harrier

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

102/28/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

202/28/2026

Common Grackle

172/28/2026

Mute Swan

62/28/2026

Trumpeter Swan

22/28/2026

American Black Duck

82/28/2026

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 Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) for birding?
The best months to visit Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Notable species at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) include Canada Goose, Tundra Swan, Gadwall, American Wigeon, Mallard. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Birding at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1)?
Erie Marsh Preserve/Gun Club (no access Sep 1-Jan 1) offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Visitor Center.