Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms

Ohio · Midwest

Habitat
River/RiparianWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms is a productive birding destination in Ohio, with 217 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, and Northern Shoveler 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

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

3/6/2026Bay Point Resort and Marina, Marblehead US-OH 41.50301, -82.716451 observed

Pileated Woodpecker

Dryocopus pileatus

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

Gray Catbird

Dumetella carolinensis

2/28/2026Arnold/Husman Farm1 observed

American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

2/27/2026Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area--Headquarters Check Station3 observed

Blue-winged Teal

Spatula discors

2/26/2026Castalia State Fish Hatchery1 observed

Orange-crowned Warbler

Leiothlypis celata

2/25/202612713 W Portage River S Rd, Oak Harbor US-OH 41.49779, -83.177881 observed

Ross's Goose

Anser rossii

2/24/2026Carroll, N Toussaint-Portage1 observed

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

2/22/2026Ottawa NWR--Entrance Pool1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

742/28/2026

Trumpeter Swan

22/28/2026

Northern Shoveler

402/28/2026

Gadwall

302/28/2026

American Wigeon

202/28/2026

Mallard

1002/28/2026

American Black Duck

202/28/2026

Northern Pintail

4002/28/2026

Redhead

502/28/2026

Ring-necked Duck

5002/28/2026

Lesser Scaup

502/28/2026

Hooded Merganser

32/28/2026

Common Merganser

202/28/2026

Sandhill Crane

22/28/2026

Ring-billed Gull

502/28/2026

Northern Harrier

12/28/2026

Bald Eagle

62/28/2026

Red-tailed Hawk

12/28/2026

Red-headed Woodpecker

52/28/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

52/28/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  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 Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms for birding?
The best months to visit Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms?
Notable species at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms include Canada Goose, Trumpeter Swan, Northern Shoveler, Gadwall, American Wigeon. The area supports river/riparian, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms?
Birding at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms?
Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area - Boggy Bottoms offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.