Magee Marsh Wildlife Area

Ohio · Midwest

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Habitat

WetlandForestMarsh

Best Seasons

Spring

Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

May

Entrance Fee

Free

Hours

Dawn to dusk daily

About This Location

Magee Marsh is the undisputed warbler capital of North America, where the famous boardwalk trail brings birders face-to-face with dozens of warbler species during spring migration. Located on Lake Erie's southern shore, it is the epicenter of The Biggest Week in American Birding festival.

Location

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Notable Species

Blackburnian Warbler Prothonotary Warbler Magnolia Warbler Kirtland's Warbler Bald Eagle

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Hueston Woods SP--Beach1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Chippewa Lake Park--Krabill Lodge1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

3/4/2026Walnut Woods Metro Park--Tall Pines Area1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026Chippewa Inlet Trail--North1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Osprey

Pandion haliaetus

3/4/2026Cascade Valley Metro Park--Valley View Area1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/4/2026Chippewa Inlet Trail--North1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Ag fields near Hueston Woods Marina1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Hoover Nature Preserve--Oxbow Rd.1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

3/4/2026Todd Rd. and surrounding areas1 observed

Eurasian Wigeon

Mareca penelope

3/4/2026Delaware Wildlife Area--Panhandle Rd.1 observed

Dark-eyed Junco (cismontanus)

Junco hyemalis

3/4/2026608 5th Street1 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/4/2026My Home1 observed

Birding Tips

1
Visit during the Biggest Week in American Birding in early May
2
The boardwalk is best at dawn before crowds arrive

Amenities

Parking

Restrooms

Boardwalk

Observation Tower

Nearby Attractions

Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Black Swamp Bird Observatory

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Magee Marsh Wildlife Area for birding?▼

The best months to visit Magee Marsh Wildlife Area for birding are May. The best seasons are Spring.

What birds can I see at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area?▼

Notable species at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area include Blackburnian Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Magnolia Warbler, Kirtland's Warbler, Bald Eagle. The area supports wetland, forest, marsh habitats.

How difficult is birding at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area?▼

Birding at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.

Is there an entrance fee at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area?▼

There is no entrance fee at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area. Hours: Dawn to dusk daily.

What amenities are available at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area?▼

Magee Marsh Wildlife Area offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Boardwalk, Observation Tower.